Slow Cooker Nihari

 

Slow Cooker Nihari (Pakistani Spiced Beef Stew)

👉Ingredients:

2.5 lbs bone-in beef shank or stew meat

1 large onion, thinly sliced

4 tablespoons oil or ghee

1.5 tablespoons ginger garlic paste

1.5 tablespoons nihari masala (homemade or store-bought)

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1.5 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)

1/4 cup whole wheat flour (atta) or all-purpose flour

4 cups water (plus more if needed)

Optional: bone marrow or beef bones for richer flavor

◾️For Garnish:

Julienned ginger

Chopped cilantro

Lemon wedges

Green chilies

Naan or paratha, for serving

👉Directions:

↪️In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onions until golden brown. Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.

↪️Stir in nihari masala, turmeric, and salt. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

↪️Transfer this mixture to a slow cooker. Add beef and water. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 5–6 hours until meat is fall-apart tender.

↪️In a small bowl, whisk flour with 1/2 cup water until smooth. Add to the slow cooker and stir well. Cook on high for an additional 30–40 minutes until the curry thickens.

↪️Adjust salt and spice to taste.

↪️Garnish with fresh ginger, cilantro, lemon juice, and sliced green chilies. Serve with warm naan or paratha.

↪️Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 8–10 hours (slow cooker) | Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

◾️Kcal: 580 kcal | Servings: 6 servings