Achari Lauki Aalo Gosht

Instructions

1. Prepare tomato puree: In a blender jug, add the cubed tomatoes and blend to make a smooth puree. Set aside.
2. Fry potatoes and bottle gourd: In a pot, heat 2-3 tablespoons cooking oil, add the peeled and cubed potatoes and bottle gourd. Mix well and fry on high flame until they turn light golden, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook whole spices and onions: In the same pot, add 6-8 tablespoons cooking oil. Add cloves, cinnamon sticks, green cardamom, and cumin seeds. Mix well and sauté briefly. Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
4. Cook beef and spices: Add the beef mix boti to the pot and mix well until the meat changes color. Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes. Then add salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chilli powder, achar gosht masala, and coriander powder. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add tomato puree and yogurt: Add the pureed tomatoes and mix well. Then add the whisked yogurt and cook on high flame until oil separates from the masala, approximately 8-10 minutes.
6. Simmer beef: Add 3 cups of water, mix well and bring to a boil. Cover and cook on medium flame until the beef is 3/4th done, approximately 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then cook uncovered on medium flame for 2-3 minutes.
7. Add vegetables and cook: Add the fried potatoes and bottle gourd to the pot and mix well. Add 1.5 cups of hot water, mix, cover, and cook on low flame until the vegetables are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
8. Finish with final spices and garnish: Add garam masala powder, slit green chillies, chopped fresh coriander, and lemon juice. Cover and simmer on low flame for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.