Mutton Drumstick Curry (Mutton Munakkai Pulusu)
Recipe Summary
- 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.
All Ingredients - For Marination
- Mutton 500 grams
- Turmeric Powder 1 pinch
- Chilli Powder 1 teaspoon
- Salt 1 teaspoon
All Ingredients - For Masala Paste
- Onions 1 large, roughly chopped
- Garlic Cloves 8-10, peeled
- Ginger 1 inch piece, roughly chopped
- Coconut 2-3 small pieces
All Ingredients - For Tempering & Gravy
- Cooking Oil 2-3 tablespoons
- Mustard Seeds 1/2 teaspoon
- Urad Dal 1/2 teaspoon
- Cumin Seeds 1/2 teaspoon
- Cloves 2-3
- Cardamom 1
- Cinnamon Stick 1 small piece
- Green Chillies 2, slit
- Onions 1 medium, finely chopped
- Curry Leaves a few sprigs
- Tomatoes 1-2, finely chopped
- Coriander Powder 1 teaspoon
- Mutton Masala Powder 1 teaspoon
- Garam Masala Powder 1/2 teaspoon
- Coriander Leaves for garnish
- Water 1 glass (approx. 200-250 ml)
All Ingredients - Main Vegetable
- Drumsticks 2-3, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
Tools You'll Need
- Pressure cooker
- Bowl
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 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)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 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 .
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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