Tandoori Beef Fajita Ramen Biryani

Savor the bold flavors of India with this innovative dish, featuring tender beef fajita strips, crispy garlic, and ramen noodles, all melded together with aromatic spices and herbs in a rich, creamy tandoori sauce. This unique biryani fusion will delight your senses and leave you craving more. Perfect for adventurous foodies and spice lovers alike.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Indian
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  • beef for fajitas
  • garlic
  • ramen noodles
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1lbbeef for fajitas, sliced into thin strips
  • 3clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1packageramen noodles, cooked and drained
  • 2tbspstandoori masala, mixed with yogurt
  • 1tspgaram masala, ground
  • 1tspcumin seeds, toasted
  • 1tspcoriander powder, ground
  • 0.5tspturmeric powder, ground
  • 0.5tspred chili powder, ground
  • 1tspsalt, ground
  • 1cupyogurt, plain
  • 2tbspslemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4cupcilantro, chopped
  • 1cupbasmati rice, cooked
  • 2tbspsghee or vegetable oil, for frying

Nutrition

Calories

420

105 per serving

Protein

32g

64% DV

Fat

20g

29% DV

Carbs

30g

10% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein30%
Fat43%
Carbs29%
Fiber
4g

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds, then add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

    2mmedium-high heat
  2. 2

    Add the sliced beef fajita strips to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

    4mmedium-high heat
  3. 3

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee or oil. Add the tandoori masala, garam masala, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.

    1mmedium heat
  4. 4

    Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet and stir to combine with the spice mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the noodles are well coated with the spices.

    3mmedium heat
  5. 5

    Add the cooked basmati rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the noodle and spice mixture. Cook for 2 minutes, until the rice is well combined and heated through.

    2mmedium heat
  6. 6

    Add the browned beef fajita strips back to the skillet, along with the yogurt and lemon juice. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes, until the beef is well coated with the sauce.

    2mmedium heat
  7. 7

    Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

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  8. 8

    To assemble the biryani, layer the cooked noodle and rice mixture with the beef and sauce in a large serving dish. Serve immediately and enjoy.

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