Authentic Bhuna Curry Recipe

Authentic Bhuna Curry Recipe 🍛🔥

Bhuna curry is a rich, thick, and flavorful dish where the meat is slow-cooked in a delicious blend of spices until it’s beautifully caramelized. Perfect with naan or rice!

Ingredients:

For the Bhuna Masala:

• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)

Spices:

• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp sugar (to balance acidity)

For the Protein:

• 500g chicken, lamb, or beef (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• ½ cup plain yogurt (for tenderness)

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
2. Add onions and cook until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chili. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

2. Build the Bhuna Base

4. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens (8-10 minutes). Stir frequently to prevent sticking.

3. Cook the Meat

5. Add the chicken, lamb, or beef. Stir well, coating the meat in the thick masala.
6. Pour in yogurt and mix well. Cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender (20-30 minutes for chicken, 1 hour+ for lamb or beef).

4. Finish & Serve

7. Once the oil starts to separate, stir in garam masala and sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Serving Suggestions:

🍛 Serve with warm naan, roti, or basmati rice.
🔥 Pair with a cooling raita or pickled onions for extra flavor!