Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Marinate Mutton

   Wash and drain excess water from 1 kg mutton. In a bowl, marinate the mutton with 2 tbsp curd, ½ tsp turmeric, and salt to taste. Mix well and set aside for 30 minutes.

2. 2.Fry Spices for Green Masala

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add ¼ tsp methi (fenugreek seeds), 1 tsp jeera (cumin seeds), and 2 tbsp coriander seeds. Fry for 1-2 minutes until the spices turn aromatic.

3. 3.Add Garlic and Onions

   Add 1 whole garlic (cloves separated) and 3 sliced onions to the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn translucent.

4. 4.Add More Spices and Nuts

   Add 1 tsp fennel seeds, ½ tsp peppercorns, 1 tbsp cashew nuts, and 7-8 green chilies to the pan. Continue frying for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the spices are aromatic.

5. 5.Add Coconut and Herbs

   Add ½ cup grated coconut, ¼ cup mint leaves, and 1 bunch chopped coriander leaves to the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the leaves turn soft and slightly wilted.

6. 6.Grind Green Masala Paste

   Once the fried mixture is cooled, transfer it to a blender. Add marble-sized tamarind, ¼ tsp turmeric, and 1 inch chopped ginger. Grind into a fine paste, adding a little water if needed, and keep aside.

7. 7.Heat Ghee and Whole Spices

   Heat 3 tbsp ghee in a large pot or pressure cooker. Add 1-inch cinnamon stick, 4-5 cloves, and 2 bay leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

8. 8.Fry Onion

   Add 1 sliced onion to the pot and fry, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown.

9. 9.Add Marinated Mutton

   Add the marinated mutton to the pot. Sauté for 1-2 minutes on medium-high heat, stirring to coat the meat.

10. 10.Add Curry Leaves and Tomato

    Add a few curry leaves and 1 chopped tomato to the mutton. Mix well.

11. 11.Cook Mutton

    Add water (enough to cover the mutton), cover the pot, and cook on medium heat for 35-40 minutes, or until the mutton is 80% cooked. Alternatively, pressure cook for 3-4 whistles.

12. 12.Add Green Masala Paste

    Once the mutton is cooked, add the prepared green masala paste to the pot. Stir well to combine with the mutton.

13. 13.Adjust Consistency and Seasoning

    Add masala water (from rinsing the blender) to adjust the curry's consistency. Stir in ½ tsp garam masala powder and adjust salt to taste. Mix everything thoroughly.

14. 14.Final Simmer

    Cover the pot and cook for another 4-5 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld and the curry to thicken slightly, until oil separates on top.

15. 15.Serve Green Mutton Curry

    Your delicious Green Mutton Curry is now ready to serve hot with rice or bread.