Recipes - Bhuna Ghosht

In the method of Indian cooking called Bhuna, the meat is browned slightly and no sauce is present. Ghosht means meat and any sort of meat can be used including pork. This is a healthy low fat dish with virtually no carbs. If you are counting carbs, accopany this with a salad like a katchumber salad (see recipe) or dal (al lentil dish). Brown rice and whole wheat bread like chapatis are also a great alternative to white rice.

1.5 lbs of Lamb or Beef
2 tablespoons of coriander seeds coarsely pounded (or ground coriander seed)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground chili (or to taste)
¼ teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons of olive oil
Salt (to tastes)
Handful of chopped cilantro leaves to garnish

Prick the meat all over with a fork, this will allow the spices to penetrate the meat. Cut meat into bite size pieces. Mix the ground spices together in a small bowl and coat the meat with the spice mixture. Put the meat into the fridge and allow to marinate for at least one hour.

In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the meat and sauté quickly so that meat is cooked on all sides. Lower the heat and sauté for 5 minutes, or until cooked thoroughly, continue to stir to keep it from burning. Garnish with cilantro leaves sprinkled over the top.