Follow these steps for perfect results
onion
roughly chopped
fresh ginger
peeled and minced
garlic
peeled and crushed
mustard seeds
cumin seeds
cinnamon stick
black peppercorns
cloves
vinegar
water
lean pork
cut into cubes
vegetable oil
curry leaves
fresh
tomatoes
peeled and chopped
ground turmeric
salt
to taste
pork stock
cilantro
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.
In a large bowl, mix the remaining vinegar and water.
Add pork cubes to the bowl and thoroughly rinse with the vinegar mixture; drain.
Pat the pork dry with paper towels.
In a clean bowl, mix the paste and pork cubes, ensuring the pork is fully coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry curry leaves in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the marinated pork, tomatoes, and turmeric to the skillet.
Cook and stir until the tomatoes are completely softened, about 10 minutes.
Season the pork mixture with salt.
Pour enough pork stock over the mixture to ensure everything is at least half-submerged.
Bring the stock to a simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce heat to medium-low.
Simmer until the pork is completely tender, about 1 to 2 hours.
Remove the lid from the skillet and continue to simmer until the sauce is very thick, about 10 minutes.
Garnish with cilantro.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with cilantro. Offer a side of rice or naan.
Serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.
Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Offer a side of raita to cool down the palate.
Cuts through the richness and spice.
Balances the spice with sweetness.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular Goan dish influenced by Portuguese cuisine.
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