Instant Pot Indian Beef Nihari

It is a very delicious dish containing all the essential nutrients. It is a low in sodium and is a perfect treat for beef lovers.

Instant Pot Indian Beef Nihari

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: beef, channa dal, Indian Beef Nihari, yogurt

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 29 minutes

Total Time: 44 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 lb beef short ribs 6 pieces
• 4 tbsp split chickpeas/ channa dal roasted and grinded
• 1 cup ghee
• 3 yellow onions thinly sliced
• 16 garlic cloves peeled
• 30 ounce whole peeled tomatoes drained
• 2 cups yogurt plain
• 1 cup water
• 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp garam masala
• 4 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cayenne
• salt to taste

Instructions

• In a bowl, season beef with spices.
• Put ghee and onions in the inner pot of Instant pot. Select “Sauté”.
  
• After 5 minutes, transfer the onion mixture into the blender and add garlic, tomatoes and water. Blend well.
  
• Meanwhile, place the seasoned beef in the inner pot of Instant pot and sauté for about 4 minutes.
  
• Then, add split peas powder, onion mixture and yogurt in the Instant pot.
  
• Cover the lid and press the “Manual” button.
  
• Cook for about 20 minutes on HIGH pressure and release the pressure naturally through the steam vent.
  
• Uncover the lid and stir in lemon juice.
  
• Dish out and serve hot.