Aloo Gosht Recipe
Comforting Pakistani meat and potato curry cooked in a flavorful onion-tomato gravy.
Ingredients for Aloo Gosht
- 750 g beef or mutton
- 4 potatoes
- 2 onions
- 3 tomatoes
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt and oil
How to Make Aloo Gosht
- Brown onions and add ginger-garlic paste.
- Add meat, tomatoes and spices.
- Cook with water until meat is nearly tender.
- Add potato chunks and cook until soft.
- Garnish with coriander and serve with roti.
Helpful Notes for Aloo Gosht
Read the full method before starting, measure the ingredients, and complete any chopping, soaking or marinating first. This makes Aloo Gosht easier to cook and helps every stage finish at the right time.
Brown the beef in batches and give it enough gentle cooking time to become tender. Add extra water only when needed, and reduce the gravy at the end so the finished dish stays rich and full-flavoured.
Beef dishes often taste even better after resting. Refrigerate cooled leftovers in a covered container, then reheat slowly with a little water until the meat and gravy are evenly hot.
Aloo Gosht Cooking Tips
- Brown the meat in batches so it develops flavour instead of steaming in the pan.
- Use gentle heat and allow enough time for tougher cuts to become tender.
- Add extra water only when needed so the finished gravy stays rich rather than thin.
Questions About Aloo Gosht
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Reduce or increase the chilli to suit your household, while keeping the other spices in balance so the dish remains aromatic.
What should I do before I start cooking?
Read the full method once, measure the ingredients, and prepare any chopped items first. This makes the steps easier to follow and helps the dish cook evenly.