Mutton Curry

Recipe Name:
Mutton Curry
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Serves:
4 people
Description:
Mutton Curry is a rich and flavorful dish where tender mutton pieces are simmered in a spicy gravy made with onions, tomatoes, yogurt, and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is popular in various regional cuisines across India and is enjoyed with rice or roti.
Why You Will Love It:
You will love Mutton Curry for its tender mutton pieces infused with the flavors of spices and the creamy texture of yogurt. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that brings comfort and warmth to any mealtime.
Key Ingredient:
Mutton (goat meat)
Ingredients:

• 500 grams mutton, cut into small pieces
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup yogurt (curd), beaten
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

• Heat oil in a pressure cooker or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
• Add chopped onions and green chilies to the pan. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
• Add ginger-garlic paste to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
• Add chopped tomatoes to the pan. Cook until tomatoes are soft and oil starts to separate.
• Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
• Add mutton pieces to the pan. Mix well to coat the mutton with the spice mixture.
• Cook the mutton for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly browned.
• Add beaten yogurt to the pan. Mix well to combine with the mutton and spices.
• If using a pressure cooker, add 1/2 cup of water to the pan. Close the lid and pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the mutton is tender and cooked through. If using a pan, add 1-2 cups of water, cover, and simmer until the mutton is tender, stirring occasionally and adding more water if needed.
• Once the mutton is cooked and the gravy has thickened, add garam masala powder and mix well.
• Cook the Mutton Curry on medium-high heat for another 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously, until the gravy reaches the desired consistency.
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and remove from heat.

Serving:

• Serve hot Mutton Curry as a main dish with steamed rice, roti, or naan.

Recipe Notes:

• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
• For a richer flavor, marinate the mutton with yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
• Ensure the mutton is cooked until tender and the flavors are well blended.

Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful Mutton Curry, a classic Indian dish that will delight your taste buds!