Palak Gosht (Spinach Mutton Curry)
Summary
- A rich and flavorful Indian mutton curry made with tender pieces of mutton cooked in a vibrant spinach, green chili, and coriander paste. This dish is pressure cooked for efficiency and then simmered to thicken, resulting in a hearty and aromatic meal.
All Ingredients - For Spinach Paste
- Spinach (Palak) 1 lb (approx 450g)
- Green Chilies 3-4 pieces
- Fresh Coriander Leaves 1/2 cup (packed)
All Ingredients - For Mutton Curry
- Cooking Oil 2-3 tbsp
- Cinnamon Stick 1 inch piece
- Star Anise 2 pieces
- Cloves 5-6 pieces
- Black Cardamom 2 pieces
- Red Onions 1 large, sliced
- Mutton 1.5 lbs (approx 700g), cut into chunks
- Red Chili Powder 1 tbsp
- Turmeric Powder 1 tsp
- Black Pepper Powder 1 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp (or to taste)
- Minced Ginger 1 tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1 tbsp
- Tomatoes 1 large, sliced
- Water 1 cup
- Dried Fenugreek Leaves (Kasuri Methi) 1 tbsp
- Garam Masala 1 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pressure cooker
- Pot
- Blender
- Strainer
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
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 Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Blanch the Spinach
Pour water into the Instant Pot and bring to a boil. Add 1 lb of spinach leaves to the boiling water and for until wilted. Remove the spinach using a strainer and set aside to cool.
Step 2: Prepare Spinach Paste
Once cooled, transfer the spinach to a blender jar. Add 3-4 green chilies and 1/2 cup of fresh coriander leaves. Blend until a smooth green paste is formed.
Step 3: Sauté Whole Spices and Onions
Empty the water from the Instant Pot. Add 2-3 tablespoons of cooking oil. Once hot, add 1 inch cinnamon stick, 2 star anise, 5-6 cloves, and 2 black cardamoms. for a few seconds until fragrant. Add 1 large sliced red onion and until translucent and lightly browned.
Step 4: Brown the Mutton
Add 1.5 lbs (approx 700g) of mutton chunks to the pot. the mutton, stirring occasionally, until it is browned on all sides.
Step 5: Add Powdered Spices, Ginger, and Garlic
To the browned mutton, add 1 tablespoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste). Mix well to coat the mutton. Then, add 1 tablespoon of ginger and 1 tablespoon of garlic. for until the raw smell of ginger and garlic disappears.
Step 6: Add Tomatoes and Water
Add 1 large sliced tomato to the pot and mix it in with the mutton and spices. Pour in 1 cup of water.
Step 7: Pressure Cook the Mutton
Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the 'Pressure Cook' function and set the timer for on high pressure. Allow for natural pressure release (NPR) once cooking is complete, which typically takes about .
Step 8: Simmer and Add Spinach Paste
Once the pressure has naturally released, open the lid. The mutton should be tender. Set the Instant Pot to '' mode (or on a stovetop) to thicken the gravy. Once the gravy starts to , add the prepared green spinach paste and mix thoroughly.
Step 9: Finish with Fenugreek and Garam Masala
Stir in 1 tablespoon of dried fenugreek leaves (Kasuri Methi) and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Mix everything well and let it for another to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 10: Serve Palak Gosht
Your Palak Gosht is ready. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.
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