[2][3] The traditional vindaloo recipe is pork, but alternative versions are also commonly used, such as beef, chicken, lamb, mutton, prawns, vegetables and tofu.

[citation needed] This was adapted by the local Goan cooks with the substitution of palm vinegar for the red wine, and the addition of spices.

[1] Restaurants in Goa offering traditional Goan cuisine prepare vindalho with pork, which is the original recipe.

Vindaloo has gained popularity outside of India, where it is typically featured on menus at Indian restaurants.

Vindaloo served in restaurants of the United Kingdom differs from the original vindaloo dish; it is simply a spicier version of the standard "medium (spiciness)" restaurant curry with the addition of vinegar, potatoes and chili peppers.