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Bihari Beef Wraps

These juicy, smoky, and spicy Bihari beef wraps are the ultimate treat for desi food lovers.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting time 3 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine Middle eastern, Pakistan
Servings 6
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Marinade

  • 1 kg beef undercut strips thinly sliced – ask butcher for pasinday cut, but slightly thicker
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
  • ½ tbsp raw papaya paste for tenderness
  • 2 –3 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 3 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp red chilli powder
  • 3 tsp red chilli flakes
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 3 tsp garam masala
  • 2 onions thinly sliced and fried until golden brown
  • cup gram flour + 1 tsp poppy seeds toasted together
  • 4 tbsp mustard oil for marination
  • 2 tbsp mustard oil for cooking

For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup strained yogurt or thick Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Onion Salad

  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato thinly sliced
  • Chopped fresh coriander
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Pinch of sumac
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For Assembling

  • Tortilla wraps or lavash bread
  • Pickles optional
  • French fries fresh or frozen, cooked until crisp

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste, papaya paste, salt, black pepper, red chilli powder, chilli flakes, cumin, coriander, and garam masala.
  • Add the fried onions and toasted gram flour + poppy seed mixture.
  • Mix everything well, then stir in the mustard oil.
  • Add the beef strips, coat thoroughly, cover, and marinate for at least 2–3 hours or ideally overnight in the fridge.
  • In a large heavy-bottomed pan or skillet, heat 2 tbsp mustard oil.
  • Add the marinated beef strips and sear on both sides until golden brown.
  • Pour in the remaining marinade and 1 cup of water.
  • Cover and let it simmer on low heat for 1 hour, or until the beef is fork-tender and nearly falling apart.
  • Once done, increase the heat and cook until the mixture thickens into a sticky gravy.
  • Shred the beef coarsely, keep some larger pieces intact for texture.
  • Mix strained yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk until smooth and creamy. Set aside in the fridge.
  • Toss together sliced onions, tomatoes, chopped coriander, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and pepper.
  • Let it sit for at least 10–15 minutes to absorb flavors.
  • While everything is cooking, fry or bake the French fries until crispy.
  • Warm the tortilla wraps or lavash bread for a few seconds on a hot skillet.
  • For assembling the wraps. Lay out the warmed wrap.
  • Spread a generous spoonful of garlic sauce.
  • Add shredded beef, top with sumac salad, pickles, and crispy fries.
  • Drizzle more sauce and wrap it tightly.
  • Slice in half and serve immediately!
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