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Nihari is a popular Hyderabadi recipe. It is a type of stew that was originated in Delhi. Learn how to make/prepare Nihari by following this easy recipe.
Difficulty: AverageRating: 9.5
Recipe Type: Non Veg. 
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Nihari Recipe
Ingredients:
• 1/2 kg Beef
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 1 tsp Ginger paste
• 1 tsp Pepper
• 1tsp Chili powder
• 4 tbsp Oil
• 3 tbsp Flour
• Salt to taste

Spice mix:
• 2 tsp Fennel seeds
• 2 Small cardamom pods, seeds
• 2 Whole black cardamom pods
• 2 tsp Coriander seeds
• 1/2 tsp Whole black peppercorns
• 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
• 10 Cloves
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
• Onion slices, coriander, ginger and green chilies for garnishing
How to make Nihari:
Take a heavy based pot and heat oil.
Fry the meat a little.
Mix salt, chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, pepper and ginger paste.
Pour a little water.
Mix flour in half cup of water.
Add this mixture to the meat and boil it.
Grind all the spice mix until powdery fine.
Add this to the meat.
Add 3-4 cups of water cover and leave it to tenderize over very low heat.
It will take about 5 - 6 hours for chicken and more if using beef.
Fry some onion slices in oil until golden brown.
Garnish the Nihari with it.
Fresh coriander, ginger and green chilies can also be used for garnishing.
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hi, its a very nice recipe. It's a well known recipe. But it takes too much time. Thanks and regards
Submitted by: aiza khalil
posted : 03-Oct-2009 09:33 AM

In Hyd Nihari is not made from beef, it is made from paya i.e the lower part of goat or beef legs with the hooves still attached. They are burned over direct flame to remove the hair which also gives them a smoky taste.
Submitted by: FEROZA
posted : 18-Dec-2008 02:39 AM

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