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Beef Haleem: 7 Secrets to the Best Comfort Dish

Beef Haleem
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A rich, hearty, and deeply comforting South Asian stew made with beef, lentils, and grains, slow-cooked into a silky, flavorful dish perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 500g beef (boneless, stew cuts)
  • ½ cup cracked wheat (dalia)
  • ¼ cup chana dal (split Bengal gram)
  • ¼ cup masoor dal (red lentils)
  • ¼ cup moong dal (yellow lentils)
  • 2 large onions (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ cup cooking oil
  • 6–7 cups water
  • Fresh coriander, green chilies, lemon wedges, julienned ginger (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Soak cracked wheat and all lentils in water overnight or for at least 2 hours.
  2. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and fry sliced onions until golden. Set half aside for garnish.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste to the pot and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add beef, yogurt, salt, turmeric, and red chili powder. Cook until beef changes color.
  5. Add soaked grains and lentils with water. Stir and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat and lentils are fully cooked.
  7. Mash or blend the mixture to a smooth consistency. Add garam masala and simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes.
  8. Adjust salt and spices. Serve hot garnished with fried onions, ginger, chilies, coriander, and lemon juice.

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