Kerala Beef Fry

Kerala Beef Fry

Kerala Beef fry, also known as Beef Ularthiyathu and prepared in the traditional Nadan style, stands out as a distinctive and delectable signature dish among the Christian community. This savory delight holds a special place in the hearts of those in the South Indian state of Kerala. During festive gatherings and special occasions in Kerala, the dry beef fry dish makes a prominent appearance. It serves as a delightful snack when welcoming cherished old friends.
Typically enjoyed as a side dish, Kerala Beef fry complements main courses such as appams, porotta, and dosas. Its versatile flavor can be adjusted to suit individual preferences, ranging from fiery hot to milder variations. Street vendors in Kerala often offer Parotta with Beef Fry, a popular Thattukada dish enjoyed by both the young and the old. In these local eateries, the dish is served alongside dosas and lacy appams. For quick reference, we've included the recipe for this spicy favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6
Calories 567 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 kg Beef
  • 1 big Onion (sliced finely)
  • 1/2 – 3/4 cup small onion (sliced)
  • 1/2 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tbsp Coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/2 – 1 tbsp each Crushed Ginger & garlic
  • 2 tsp Vinegar
  • 1/2 – 1 tsp Fennel seeds
  • 1 inch piece Cinnamon
  • 4-5 Cloves
  • 2 Star anis
  • 1/2 – 1 tsp Garam Masala (optional)
  • 1/4 – 1/2 cup Bite size coconut pieces (thengakothu)
  • Coconut oil
  • Salt
  • Curry leaves

Instructions
 

  • Powder aniseed, cinnamon, cloves and star anis and keep aside. Combine the powdered spices, ginger garlic, small onion, bite size coconut pieces,chilli, coriander and turmeric powder, vinegar, salt, curry leaves & beef. Make sure that beef is marinated well with the spices. Pressure cooks the marinated beef till it is done. I usually dont add water while cooking, but if you want you can add 2-3 tbsp of water. If there is any water left, after pressure cooking, cook till the water is dried.
  • Heat oil in a pan and saute the onions, till it becomes golden brown. Add the cooked beef & curry leaves. If you want, you can sprinkle garam masala at this stage. Mix well. Stir over a low flame, till it is roasted well. Serve with rice and kachimoru or chapati, puttu, appam etc.

Notes

Notes: The original recipe doesn’t call for garam masala, I added it since I like it to be spicy. You can be a bit generous with oil, if you want a well roasted/fried beef. Recipe adapted from: Flavors of Kerala

Nutrition

Calories: 567kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 47gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 162mgSodium: 234mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7g
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