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Mutton Curry

A warm and comforting mutton curry filled with rich spices and tender meat, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Mutton Look for well-marbled cuts for best flavor and tenderness.
  • 1.5 Onions Thinly sliced onions To be deep-fried.
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil Ghee can also be used.
  • 1.5 Cups Water
  • 100 g Curd Whisked.

Spices

  • 2 sticks Cinnamon
  • 5 pcs Black pepper corns For a bit of heat.
  • 3 pcs Green cardamoms
  • 1 pc Black cardamom For a distinct smoky flavor.
  • 3 pcs Cloves
  • 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste Adds depth.
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder For color and health benefits.
  • 1/2 tbsp Red chili powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tbsp Coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to preference.
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg powder For a nutty aroma.
  • 1/4 tsp Mace powder Enhances the dish.
  • 1/2 tsp Kewra water Use sparingly.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Slice onions thinly for best frying results.
  • Deep fry the sliced onions in a large pan until light golden brown and fragrant.
  • Drain excess oil and grind the fried onions coarsely.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add the whole spices: cinnamon, black pepper, cardamoms, and cloves. Sauté until fragrant.
  • Add mutton and cook on high flame, stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Mix in ginger garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Cook until oil separates.
  • Add salt and water. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Pressure cook for about five whistles until the mutton is tender.
  • Open the lid and reduce excess water for 2-3 minutes on high flame.
  • Lower the flame and stir in whisked curd, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Add ground fried onions and mix well, cooking until thick and oil starts to separate.
  • Finish by adding nutmeg, mace, and kewra water, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Serving

  • Serve the mutton curry with steamed basmati rice, fresh roti, or naan.

Notes

Invest in good quality mutton and don't rush the cooking process for best flavor development.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword Comfort Food, Cozy Dinner, Family Recipe, Mutton Curry, Spicy Curry
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