Barbara Gonzales
@bgonzales
Authentic Pork Vindaloo
A spicy and tangy Indian dish, Pork Vindaloo is a flavorful curry made with marinated pork, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato base. Perfect for those who love bold flavors and a bit of heat!
Details
- Cuisine:indian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:18
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time36 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1, roughly chopped
- 1 (3 inch) piece, peeled and minced
- 3 cloves, peeled and crushed
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1
- 8
- 4
- 1/2 cup, divided, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 pound, cut into cubes
- 3 tablespoons
- 8
- 1 pound, peeled and chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons
- to taste
- 4 cups, or as needed
- 3 sprigs
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Authentic Pork Vindaloo.
Step 1
To start your flavorful journey, grab a blender or food processor and toss in the chopped onion, minced ginger, crushed garlic, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, a cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, and cloves.
Step 2
Add just enough vinegar to help blend everything into a thick, aromatic paste that will be the heart of your dish.
Step 3
Next, in a large bowl, mix the remaining vinegar with water.
Step 4
This is where the magic begins—add the pork cubes and give them a good rinse in the vinegar mixture.
Step 5
Once they’re nice and clean, drain them and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 6
Now, in a fresh bowl, combine that fragrant spice paste with the pork cubes, making sure each piece is well coated in those delicious flavors.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or even better, overnight.
Step 8
This step is crucial for infusing the pork with all those wonderful spices.
Step 9
When you’re ready to cook, heat some vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 10
Toss in the curry leaves and fry them until they turn a lovely golden brown, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 11
Then, add your marinated pork along with chopped tomatoes and a sprinkle of turmeric.
Step 12
Stir occasionally and let everything cook until the tomatoes soften, which should take around 10 minutes.
Step 13
Season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pour in enough pork stock to cover the ingredients at least halfway.
Step 14
Bring it to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Step 15
Let it simmer away until the pork is tender, which will take about 1 to 2 hours.
Step 16
Once the pork is perfectly tender, remove the lid and let it simmer a bit longer until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
Step 17
Just before serving, sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 18
Enjoy your delicious creation!.