Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Sauté Cumin Seeds

   Heat 1/2 cup of oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds and fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.

2. 2.Sauté Meat and Aromatics

   Add 1 kg of meat to the pan and stir. Then, add 2 chopped medium onions, 2 tbsp of fresh garlic, and 1 tbsp of fresh ginger. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat changes color.

3. 3.Add Spices

   Add 1 1/2 tbsp of red chilli powder, 1 tbsp of turmeric powder, and 1 tsp of salt to the meat. Mix everything well to coat the meat with the spices.

4. 4.Simmer the Meat

   Pour in 500 ml of water and stir. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook on low to medium heat for 45-60 minutes, or until the meat is tender.

5. 5.Add Tomatoes and More Spices

   Once the meat is tender and the water has reduced, add 3/4 cup of tomatoes. Then add the whole spices: 3 bay leaves, 4 cloves, 3 green cardamoms, 1 stick of cinnamon, and 1 black cardamom. Also add 1 1/2 tbsp of dry coriander powder and 1 tbsp of cumin powder. Stir well to combine.

6. 6.Cook with Spices

   Cover the pan again and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and the spices to release their flavors.

7. 7.Incorporate Yogurt and Fresh Herbs

   Add 1 cup of yogurt to the curry and mix it in thoroughly. Then, add chopped chillies and fresh coriander. Stir to combine.

8. 8.Final Simmer

   Cover the pan and let the curry simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat.

9. 9.Garnish and Serve

   At the end, garnish the mutton curry with sliced chillies, julienned ginger, and fresh coriander. Serve hot.