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Mutton Drumstick Curry (Mutton Munakkai Pulusu)

  • Ready in60 min
  • Prep30 min
  • Cook30 min
  • CuisineIndian · South Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~500 kcal
Mutton Drumstick Curry (Mutton Munakkai Pulusu)

Ingredients

For Marination

  • 500 gramsMutton
  • 1 pinchTurmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoonChilli Powder
  • 1 teaspoonSalt

For Masala Paste

  • 1 large, roughly choppedOnions
  • 8-10, peeledGarlic Cloves
  • 1 inch piece, roughly choppedGinger
  • 2-3 small piecesCoconut

For Tempering & Gravy

  • 2-3 tablespoonsCooking Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoonMustard Seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoonUrad Dal
  • 1/2 teaspoonCumin Seeds
  • 2-3Cloves
  • 1Cardamom
  • 1 small pieceCinnamon Stick
  • 2, slitGreen Chillies
  • 1 medium, finely choppedOnions
  • a few sprigsCurry Leaves
  • 1-2, finely choppedTomatoes
  • 1 teaspoonCoriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoonMutton Masala Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoonGaram Masala Powder
  • for garnishCoriander Leaves
  • 1 glass (approx. 200-250 ml)Water

Main Vegetable

  • 2-3, cut into 2-3 inch piecesDrumsticks

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Mutton

    Wash the mutton thoroughly 3-4 times. In a bowl, add the washed mutton, a pinch of turmeric powder, some chili powder, and some salt. Mix everything well to marinate the mutton. Set aside for 10-20 minutes.

  2. 2.Prepare the Masala Paste

    Take roughly chopped onions, peeled garlic cloves, chopped ginger, and coconut pieces. Blend them into a smooth paste in a mixer grinder. Set aside.

  3. 3.Sauté Aromatics and Masala Paste

    Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a pressure cooker. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Once they splutter, add 2 slit green chilies, finely chopped onions, and curry leaves. Sauté until onions turn translucent. Then add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften. Now, add the prepared masala paste and mix well. Cook for 2 minutes until the raw smell of the masala paste disappears.

  4. 4.Add Mutton and Spices

    Add the marinated mutton to the cooker. Mix well with the sautéed masala. Cover the cooker with a lid (without the whistle) and let it cook for 10 minutes until the mutton releases its own water. After 10 minutes, open the lid and add chili powder, coriander powder, mutton masala powder, garam masala powder, and some chopped coriander leaves. Mix thoroughly.

  5. 5.Add Drumsticks and Pressure Cook

    Pour in about 1 glass (200-250 ml) of water. Add the cut drumstick pieces. Mix gently. Close the pressure cooker with the lid and put on the whistle. Cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat. After the whistles, turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. Open the cooker.

  6. 6.Serve the Curry

    The Mutton Drumstick Curry is now ready. The mutton and drumsticks should be perfectly cooked and tender. Serve hot with rice or roti.

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Mutton Drumstick Curry (Mutton Munakkai Pulusu)

Ready in

60 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~500 kcal
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Main Vegetable

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mutton

    Wash the mutton thoroughly 3-4 times. In a bowl, add the washed mutton, a pinch of turmeric powder, some chili powder, and some salt. Mix everything well to the mutton. Set aside for .

  2. 2

    Prepare the Masala Paste

    Take roughly chopped onions, peeled garlic cloves, chopped ginger, and coconut pieces. Blend them into a smooth paste in a mixer grinder. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté Aromatics and Masala Paste

    Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a pressure cooker. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Once they splutter, add 2 slit green chilies, finely chopped onions, and curry leaves. until onions turn translucent. Then add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften. Now, add the prepared masala paste and mix well. Cook for until the raw smell of the masala paste disappears.

  4. 4

    Add Mutton and Spices

    Add the mutton to the cooker. Mix well with the masala. Cover the cooker with a lid (without the whistle) and let it cook for until the mutton releases its own water. After , open the lid and add chili powder, coriander powder, mutton masala powder, garam masala powder, and some chopped coriander leaves. Mix thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Add Drumsticks and Pressure Cook

    Pour in about 1 glass (200-250 ml) of water. Add the cut drumstick pieces. Mix gently. Close the pressure cooker with the lid and put on the whistle. Cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat. After the whistles, turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally for about . Open the cooker.

  6. 6

    Serve the Curry

    The Mutton Drumstick Curry is now ready. The mutton and drumsticks should be perfectly cooked and tender. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelFiery
Chili powder · Ginger · Mustard · Green chili · Garam masala
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • 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 Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • 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 Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • 1
    Adjust the amount of chili

    Adjust the amount of chili powder and garam masala according to your spice preference.

  • 2
    You can add other vegetablesCustomise

    You can add other vegetables like potatoes along with drumsticks for variety.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    PreparationMarinate the Mutton for 10

    20 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

  • 2
    Flavour tipEnsure the Masala Paste Is

    Ensure the masala paste is cooked until its raw smell disappears for a better taste.

  • 3
    TipAdd Drumsticks Just Before Pressure

    Add drumsticks just before pressure cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.

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