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Indian Butter Pot Roast

Indian Butter Pot Roast

A rich and flavorful Indian Butter Pot Roast that combines tender beef with a medley of spices and vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 555 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 4 pounds beef chuck roast

Vegetables

  • 1 jalapeno pepper (finely chopped)
  • 4 carrots (peeled and cut into 2 inch chunks)
  • 15 ounces chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • ¾ cup peas (thawed if frozen)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Liquids & Sauces

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce

Oils & Seasonings

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Season the beef chuck roast with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • In a Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
  • Remove the beef from the pot and add the garlic, jalapeno, and carrots. Sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and remaining kosher salt, then add beef broth, tomato sauce, and heavy cream.
  • Return the beef to the pot, cover, and place in the oven for about 3-4 hours or until the beef is tender.
  • Add the chickpeas and peas in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 555kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 41gFat: 36g
Keyword beef roast, Comfort Food, dinner, Indian Butter Pot Roast, Indian Cuisine, pot roast
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