Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

onion

roughly chopped

3 inch

fresh ginger

peeled and minced

3 cloves

garlic

peeled and crushed

2 tbsp

mustard seeds

1 tbsp

cumin seeds

1 unit

cinnamon stick

8 unit

black peppercorns

4 unit

cloves

0.5 cup

vinegar

2 tbsp

water

1 pound

lean pork

cut into cubes

3 tbsp

vegetable oil

8 unit

curry leaves

fresh

1 pound

tomatoes

peeled and chopped

1.5 tsp

ground turmeric

1 tsp

salt

to taste

4 cup

pork stock

3 sprigs

cilantro

Step 1
~10 min

Combine onion, ginger, garlic, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and cloves with vinegar in a blender or food processor and grind into a thick paste.

Step 2
~10 min

In a large bowl, mix the remaining vinegar and water.

Step 3
~10 min

Add pork cubes to the bowl and thoroughly rinse with the vinegar mixture; drain.

Step 4
~10 min

Pat the pork dry with paper towels.

Step 5
~10 min

In a clean bowl, mix the paste and pork cubes, ensuring the pork is fully coated.

Step 6
~10 min

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.

Step 7
~10 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 8
~10 min

Fry curry leaves in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 9
~10 min

Add the marinated pork, tomatoes, and turmeric to the skillet.

Step 10
~10 min

Cook and stir until the tomatoes are completely softened, about 10 minutes.

Step 11
~10 min

Season the pork mixture with salt.

Step 12
~10 min

Pour enough pork stock over the mixture to ensure everything is at least half-submerged.

Step 13
~10 min

Bring the stock to a simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 14
~10 min

Simmer until the pork is completely tender, about 1 to 2 hours.

Step 15
~10 min

Remove the lid from the skillet and continue to simmer until the sauce is very thick, about 10 minutes.

Step 16
~10 min

Garnish with cilantro.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste.

Marinating the pork for longer enhances the flavor.

Serve with rice or naan bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.

Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Offer a side of raita to cool down the palate.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Basmati Rice
Naan Bread
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Goa, India

Cultural Significance

A popular Goan dish influenced by Portuguese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal
Holiday Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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