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How to Cook Traditional Nihari with Nakhal Nihari Masala

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 2–3 hours

1. Sauté Onions:
   Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot. Add finely sliced onions and sauté until light golden.

2. Add Aromatics & Meat:
   Stir in garlic and ginger paste. Add beef chunks with bones and fry for 4–5 minutes until slightly browned.

3. Add Nihari Masala:
   Sprinkle in Nakhal Nihari Masala and mix thoroughly to coat the meat evenly with rich spices.

4. Slow Cook for Tenderness:
   Pour in enough water to cover the meat. Cover with a lid and cook on low flame for 2–3 hours until the meat becomes fall-apart tender and flavorful.

5. Thicken the Gravy:
   Dissolve wheat flour (atta) in ½ cup of water to make a slurry. Slowly add it to the curry while stirring to avoid lumps. Let it simmer until thickened.

6. Final Simmer & Finish:
   Simmer the Nihari on low heat for another 10–15 minutes until oil rises to the top.

Serving Tip:
Serve hot with naan or kulcha, lemon wedges, julienned ginger, and fresh coriander for the perfect traditional Nihari experience.