diff --git a/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/assets/lamb-vindaloo.jpg b/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/assets/lamb-vindaloo.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b421ffa Binary files /dev/null and b/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/assets/lamb-vindaloo.jpg differ diff --git a/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/lamb-vindaloo.mdx b/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/lamb-vindaloo.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0d8b10d --- /dev/null +++ b/public/recipes/indian/lamb-vindaloo/lamb-vindaloo.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,66 @@ +--- +title: "Lamb Vindaloo" +slug: "lamb-vindaloo" +date: "2026-04-20" +lastUpdated: "2026-04-20" +category: "indian" +tags: ["indian", "goan", "lamb", "spicy"] +cookTime: 90 +prepTime: 10 +servings: 4 +author: "jake" +description: "A fiery Goan braise of lamb marinated in a vinegar-and-Kashmiri-chili paste, slow-cooked until fork-tender." +featured: false +display: true +displayPhoto: "./assets/lamb-vindaloo.jpg" +--- + + + +## Photos +![Lamb Vindaloo](./assets/lamb-vindaloo.jpg) +*Lamb Vindaloo* + +## Ingredients +- 1.25 lbs (500-600g) boneless lamb shoulder or leg +- 20 dried and deseeded Kashmiri red chilies or 1 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder +- 1/4 cup vinegar +- 1/4 cup water +- 2 tablespoons coriander seeds or ground coriander +- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds or powder +- 10 black peppercorns or 1 teaspoon ground pepper +- 6 whole cloves +- 2-3 inch cinnamon stick or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon +- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric +- 1/2 teaspoon salt +- 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste +- 1 tablespoon ghee +- 1 large onion, finely chopped +- 1 1/2 to 2 cups hot water, as needed +- 2 teaspoons jaggery or brown sugar +- Salt, to taste +- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional) +- 1 sprig fresh curry leaves (optional) + +## Instructions +1. Deseed the **Kashmiri chilies** and soak them in the **vinegar** and 1/4 cup **water** for 15-20 minutes until softened. Skip this step if using chili powder. +2. Combine the **coriander**, **cumin**, **peppercorns**, **cloves**, **cinnamon**, and **mustard seeds** and grind to a fine powder if using whole spices. Keep the **turmeric** separate to avoid staining the grinder. +3. Transfer the ground spices to a blender along with the soaked **chilies and their liquid**, **turmeric**, **salt**, **jaggery**, **garlic**, and **ginger**. Blend into a smooth paste, adding a splash more water if needed. Use an immersion blender to get a smoother final result. +4. Rub the paste thoroughly into the **lamb**, coating every piece. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, ideally overnight. +5. Heat the **oil** in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the **onion** and sauté 4-5 minutes until golden. +6. Add the marinated **lamb** with all of its paste. Sauté over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, then cover and cook on medium-low for 3-4 minutes. +7. Stir in the **curry leaves** (if using) and sauté 2 minutes. +8. Pour in 1 cup of hot **water** and stir well. Cover and simmer on medium-low heat, stirring every 10-15 minutes to prevent sticking. Add more hot water in 1/2 cup batches as needed. +9. Cook until the lamb is fork-tender, about 1 hour 15-30 minutes depending on the cut. Boneless leg may take closer to 90 minutes. +10. Once tender, uncover and reduce the sauce to a thick, clingy consistency. Taste and adjust with additional **salt** and **jaggery** — the dish should balance hot, sour, and slightly sweet. +11. Rest 10 minutes before serving — the sauce thickens as it cools. + +## Notes +### Tips +- **Make ahead**: Vindaloo always tastes better the next day. Make it a day in advance and reheat gently with a splash of water. +- **Vinegar matters**: Traditional Goan vindaloo uses palm vinegar (toddy vinegar). Cane, apple cider, or rice vinegar are acceptable substitutes; avoid white distilled. +- **It's Not Vindaloo if it's Not Spicy**: My friends say it's so - you better be coughing! + +## References +- Reference Recipe **[HERE](https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/lamb-vindaloo/)** + diff --git a/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/assets/taco-bell-meat.jpg b/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/assets/taco-bell-meat.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..17e04af Binary files /dev/null and b/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/assets/taco-bell-meat.jpg differ diff --git a/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/taco-bell-meat.mdx b/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/taco-bell-meat.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..dda8a14 --- /dev/null +++ b/public/recipes/mexican/taco-bell-meat/taco-bell-meat.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,45 @@ +--- +title: "Taco Bell-Style Meat" +slug: "taco-bell-meat" +date: "2026-04-20" +lastUpdated: "2026-04-20" +category: "mexican" +tags: ["mexican", "meat"] +cookTime: 25 +prepTime: 10 +servings: 16 +author: "jake" +description: "Copycat Taco Bell seasoned beef with the signature saucy, clingy texture from a cornstarch slurry." +featured: false +display: true +displayPhoto: "./assets/taco-bell-meat.jpg" +--- + + + +## Photos +![Taco Bell Meat](./assets/taco-bell-meat.jpg) +*Taco Bell Meat* + +## Ingredients +- 2 lbs ground beef +- 2 2/3 cups water or beef broth, divided +- 5 tablespoons taco seasoning +- 2 tablespoons cornstarch +- 1 teaspoon unsweetened dark cocoa powder (optional, for color) +- Salt, to taste + +## Instructions +1. In a large bowl, combine the **ground beef**, 1 2/3 cups **water**, **taco seasoning**, **cornstarch**, and **cocoa powder**. Mix by hand or with a hand mixer until it forms a thick, sticky batter-like consistency. +2. Grease a large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven and add the meat mixture along with the remaining 2/3 cup **water**. +3. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. +4. Uncover and break the meat apart fully with a spatula. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the mixture is thick and saucy. +5. Taste and adjust with **salt** as needed. + +## Notes +### Meat Quality +Slightly fatty meat helps the cornstarch slurry thicken the meat. + +## References +- Reference Recipe **[HERE](https://www.favfamilyrecipes.com/taco-bell-meat/)** +