Eid Special Mutton Curry
Recipe Summary
- A rich and aromatic mutton curry prepared with a blend of traditional spices, yogurt, and fresh herbs. This slow-cooked dish results in tender meat and a flavorful gravy, making it a perfect centerpiece for special occasions like Eid.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Oil 1/2 cup
- Cumin seeds (zeera) 1 tsp
- Meat (Mutton) 1 kg
- Onions 2 medium
- Fresh garlic 2 tbsp
- Fresh ginger 1 tbsp
- Red chilli powder 1 1/2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder 1 tbsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Water 500 ml
- Tomatoes 3/4 cup
- Bay leaves 3
- Cloves 4
- Green cardamom (Elaichi) 3
- Cinnamon (Dalchini) 1 stick
- Black cardamom (Bari elaichi) 1
- Dry coriander powder 1 1/2 tbsp
- Cumin powder 1 tbsp
- Yogurt 1 cup
- Chillies (red and green) to taste
- Coriander (fresh) for garnish
- Ginger (julienned) for garnish
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Ginger (fresh)?
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (per 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1/2 tsp ginger paste (per 1 tsp fresh)
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Cumin Seeds
Heat 1/2 cup of oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds and fry for until fragrant.
Step 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 , stirring occasionally, until the meat changes color.
Step 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.
Step 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 , or until the meat is tender.
Step 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.
Step 6: Cook with Spices
Cover the pan again and cook for , allowing the tomatoes to break down and the spices to release their flavors.
Step 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.
Step 8: Final Simmer
Cover the pan and let the curry simmer for another on low heat.
Step 9: Garnish and Serve
At the end, garnish the mutton curry with sliced chillies, julienned ginger, and fresh coriander. Serve hot.
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