Beef Vindaloo
Beef vindaloo is a popular Indian dish. You can make it ahead of time and serve it when you need it.
The beef is marinated in a mixture of spices and vinegar, then cooked in a pot with onions and tomatoes.
The result is a tender and flavorful beef dish.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 4, 2026Share
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Beef vindaloo is a popular Indian dish. You can make it ahead of time and serve it when you need it.
The beef is marinated in a mixture of spices and vinegar, then cooked in a pot with onions and tomatoes.
The result is a tender and flavorful beef dish.
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Ingredients 13
0.25 cup distilled white vinegar
0.25 cup garlic paste
3 tablespoons ginger paste
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground red pepper
2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
0.25 cup vegetable oil
2 onion, chopped
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
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Mix vinegar, garlic paste, ginger paste, yogurt, salt, black pepper, and red pepper in a bowl. Add beef cubes and coat them evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for 30 minutes.
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onions until they soften and turn golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add beef and cook until it's no longer pink outside, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
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Add water to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until the beef is tender, about 40 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 546 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 40g
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Saturated Fat 14g
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Cholesterol 109mg
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Sodium 2780mg
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Total Carbohydrate 12g
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Dietary Fiber 3g
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Protein 28g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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