Description
This delicious nihari beef stew recipe is made easy using fresh ground spices.
A nourishing meal with 8 antioxidant rich spices, onion, water, beef and bone marrow.
Ingredients
FOR THE NIHARI MASALA SPICE MIX
- 1 Tbsp Ground cumin
- 1 Tbsp Ground coriander
- 1 Tbsp Ground fennel
- 1 Tbsp Chili powder
- 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Ground cardamom
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- ½ tsp Ground clove
FOR THE STEW
- 2 lbs. Grass-finished diced beef chuck (stew meat)
- 2 Beef bone marrow, sliced in half
- ¼ c Olive oil
- 1 Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 8 Tbsp Nihari Masala Spice Mix
- 2 tsp Sea salt
- 3 Tbsp Ginger paste
- 3 Tbsp Garlic paste
TO GARNISH
- Rice
- Cilantro
- Thinly sliced radishes
- Fresh sliced ginger
- Organic plain yogurt
- Steamed leafy greens like chard, kale, spinach, etc.
Instructions
1. Start by making the spice mix. Blend and set aside.
2. In a large soup pot, add olive oil and onion. Sauté onions till translucent and just starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add stew meat, bone marrow, and let brown for 3-5 minutes.
4. Add remaining 8 tablespoons of the spice, salt, ginger and garlic. Stir well to combine and activate. Add 4 cups of filtered water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover with a lid and let cook for 4 hours.
5. After 4 hours, serve garnished with cilantro, radish, ginger and a dollop of yogurt as desired. Enjoy with rice and steamed leafy greens.
Notes
Using fresh ground spices is key for maximum flavor. I use Spicely Organic Spices for this recipe.
When using ground spices, it is important to choose organic, non-irradiated and purchase them for immediate use. Discard ground spices over a year old. The have lost their flavor and antioxidant value.
If whole spices are available to you, then use them. Remember to gently heat them on the stove, let them cool, then grind in a spice grinder or coffee grinder. You can make a large batch of the Nihari Masala Spice Mix and store it for later use. I would suggest only storing for up to six months.
If you want to make this recipe 100% lectin free according to Dr. Steven Gundry’s view point, simply refrain from using chili powder in the spice mix.