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75 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Kashmiri

Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

45 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by Kalpana Fotedar's Kitchen on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Dandelion Greens

    Add water to a pressure cooker and then add the dry dandelion greens (Hand). Close the lid and pressure cook for 5 whistles until the greens are soft. Once cooked, allow the to settle naturally. Open the cooker and wash the cooked dandelion greens five times with clean, cold water to remove any bitterness. Then, blend the washed dandelion into a smooth paste using a mixer.

  2. Fry the Mutton

    Heat oil in a separate pan. Add the 500g of mutton pieces to the hot oil and fry them thoroughly until they are well-browned on all sides.

  3. Prepare the Spice Base

    Transfer the oil used for frying the mutton into the pressure cooker. Add a pinch of asafoetida, 3-4 cloves, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp fennel powder, 1 tsp ginger powder, and 1 tsp cumin powder to the hot oil. Mix the spices well and for about until fragrant.

  4. Combine and Pressure Cook

    Add the prepared dandelion paste to the spices in the pressure cooker. Then, add the fried mutton pieces, 1 cup of curd, and salt to taste. Pour in 250 ml of water and add 1 tbsp of garam masala. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly. Close the pressure cooker and cook until the mutton is tender and soft.

  5. Final Touches and Serve

    Once the mutton is cooked and the pressure has released, open the cooker. Add 1 tsp of Wari masala and one dry red chili for garnish and extra flavor. Serve the Mutton Hand hot and enjoy this healthy and delicious recipe.

Before You Cook

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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Asafoetida (hing)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Fresh dandelion greens can be used if available

    Adjust cooking time accordingly.

  • For a spicier versionCustomise

    Increase the amount of red chili powder or add fresh green chilies.

  • Vegetarian alternativeDietary option

    Replace mutton with paneer or mixed vegetables for a similar gravy base.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipWashing the Dandelion Greens Multiple

    Washing the dandelion greens multiple times is crucial to remove their natural bitterness.

  • Flavour tipFrying the Mutton Until Well

    Browned adds depth of flavor to the gravy.

  • TipUsing Homemade Garam Masala Enhances

    Using homemade garam masala enhances the authenticity and aroma of the dish.

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