Fragrant Bangladeshi Hadi Bhuna with Scallions and Spices
A traditional Bangladeshi meat curry full of flavor and aroma
Dive into the robust flavors of Bangladesh with Hadi Bhuna, a slow-cooked meat curry enriched with aromatic spices and garnished with fresh scallions.
- 3 h
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Marinade
For the Curry Base
For the Spice Mix
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Meat
Combine marinade ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, and red chili powder.
Coat the meat
Add the meat pieces and coat them well in the marinade.
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavors.
Preparing the Spice Mix
Toast the spices
In a dry skillet, toast the fennel seeds, cardamom pods, and cloves for 1 minute.
⚠ Important: Avoid overtoasting the spices as they can become bitter.
Grind the spices
Grind the toasted spices into a fine powder.
Mix with garam masala
Combine the ground spices with garam masala and set aside.
💡 Pro Tip: Use freshly ground spices for a more intense and aromatic dish.
Cooking Process
Brown the Onions
Heat oil in a large pan and fry the sliced onions until golden brown.
Build the Curry Base
Add chopped tomatoes, slit green chilies, cumin powder, and coriander powder to the onions. Cook until tomatoes are soft and the oil separates.
Cook the Meat
Add the marinated meat to the pan. Stir in the prepared spice mix, salt, and 1 cup of water. Cover and simmer until the meat is tender and the flavors meld.
Plating & Serving
Fragrant Bangladeshi Hadi Bhuna with Scallions and Spices
Fragrant Bangladeshi Hadi Bhuna with Scallions and Spices
Serve & Garnish
Serve the Hadi Bhuna in a deep platter, ensuring the tender meat is smothered in the rich, spicy sauce and topped with fresh scallions and coriander for a touch of color.