This video demonstrates how to prepare a delicious and flavorful Mutton Drumstick Curry, also known as Mutton Munakkai Pulusu. The recipe involves marinating mutton with basic spices, preparing a fresh aromatic masala paste, and then cooking the mutton and drumsticks in a pressure cooker to achieve tender meat and a rich gravy. It's a simple yet super tasty dish that highlights the unique flavor of drumsticks with mutton.
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All Ingredients - For Marination
Mutton500 grams
Turmeric Powder1 pinch
Chilli Powder1 teaspoon
Salt1 teaspoon
All Ingredients - For Masala Paste
Onions1 large, roughly chopped
Garlic Cloves8-10, peeled
Ginger1 inch piece, roughly chopped
Coconut2-3 small pieces
All Ingredients - For Tempering & Gravy
Cooking Oil2-3 tablespoons
Mustard Seeds1/2 teaspoon
Urad Dal1/2 teaspoon
Cumin Seeds1/2 teaspoon
Cloves2-3
Cardamom1
Cinnamon Stick1 small piece
Green Chillies2, slit
Onions1 medium, finely chopped
Curry Leavesa few sprigs
Tomatoes1-2, finely chopped
Coriander Powder1 teaspoon
Mutton Masala Powder1 teaspoon
Garam Masala Powder1/2 teaspoon
Coriander Leavesfor garnish
Water1 glass (approx. 200-250 ml)
All Ingredients - Main Vegetable
Drumsticks2-3, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
🍳Tools You'll Need
Pressure cooker
Bowl
🔥Spice level: Fiery🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️For chiliheads only — taste before serving.
From:Chili powderGingerMustardGreen chiliGaram masala
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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.
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 .
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Pro Tips
• Marinate the mutton for 10-20 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
• Ensure the masala paste is cooked until its raw smell disappears for a better taste.
• Add drumsticks just before pressure cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Recipe Variations
• Adjust the amount of chili powder and garam masala according to your spice preference.
• You can add other vegetables like potatoes along with drumsticks for variety.
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