Goan Pork Vindaloo
A fiery and tangy pork curry from Goa made with vinegar and spices.
Goan Pork Vindaloo
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredient Substitutes
- Pork → Chicken
- Vinegar → Palm vinegar
Ingredients
- 700g pork, cubed
- 12 dried red chilies
- 8 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak chilies and grind with garlic, cumin, turmeric, and vinegar.
- Marinate pork for 4 hours or overnight.
- Heat oil and sauté onions until golden.
- Add pork with marinade and cook on low heat.
- Simmer until pork is tender and oil separates.
Tips & Variations
Marination is essential | Do not add potatoes (non-traditional) | Vinegar gives signature tang | Slow cooking improves flavor
You will love it
goan Pork Vindaloo is one of goa’s most iconic dishes, deeply influenced by Portuguese cooking. Pork is marinated in vinegar, garlic, and dried red chilies, then slow-cooked until tender and richly spiced. Unlike creamy curries, vindaloo is bold, sour, and intensely flavorful, making it a true celebration dish.
Serving: Serve hot with rice, sannas, or crusty bread.
Storage: Refrigerate 3 days; freeze 1 week
Tools Required
FAQ
Is potato used in authentic vindaloo?
No, potatoes are not traditional.
Can chicken be used?
Yes, chicken vindaloo is common.
How spicy is it?
Very spicy and tangy.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, freeze up to 1 week.
Is it dairy-free?
Yes, dairy-free.
📝 From Our Kitchen
Goan pork vindaloo is a festive dish prepared for special occasions and celebrations. Traditionally, it is cooked without potatoes and relies on vinegar for its signature tang.
— Kavitha, Cheffo Kitchen
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Kavitha
Founder & Publisher • Culinary Editor
Hi, I’m Kavitha — the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.