Malabar Erachi Varthadhu
A spicy stir-fried beef dish cooked with coconut slivers and a mix of Malabar spices, offering a deep, rich flavor that pairs well with rice or flatbreads.
Cuisines
Malabar
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 300 grams | beef, cut into small pieces |
| 2 tablespoons | coconut oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 cup | sliced onions |
| 1 tablespoon | ginger-garlic paste |
| 2 | green chilies, slit |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 2 teaspoons | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | coriander powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 cup | coconut slices |
| 1 sprig | curry leaves |
| 1 tablespoon | lemon juice |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Heat coconut oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
- 2 Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 3 Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
- 4 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 5 Add the beef pieces and stir to coat with the spices.
- 6 Cover and cook on low heat until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
- 7 Add coconut slices, curry leaves, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
- 8 Finish with a drizzle of lemon juice before serving.
Tips
For an authentic taste, use freshly ground spices and fresh coconut slices.