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Quick & Flavorful Mutton Masala

  • Ready in75 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook60 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~650 kcal
Quick & Flavorful Mutton Masala

Ingredients

For Mutton Masala

  • 1 kgMutton (pre-washed, bone-in)
  • 2-3 medium, slicedOnions
  • 3-4, slicedThick green chilies
  • 2 tbspKashmiri Chili Powder
  • 1 tspHaldi Powder (Turmeric Powder)
  • 1 tspGaram Masala Powder
  • 2 tbspCoriander Powder
  • 4 tbspDahi (Yogurt)
  • 1.5 tspSalt
  • 4 tbspCooking oil
  • 2 tbspGinger garlic paste
  • 1.5 cups (as needed)Water

For Garnish

  • 1/4 cup, choppedFresh coriander leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Mutton Base

    Add the pre-washed mutton and sliced onions to a large cooking pot.

  2. 2.Add Green Chilies

    Add the sliced thick green chilies to the pot.

  3. 3.Add Kashmiri Chili Powder

    Sprinkle Kashmiri chili powder over the ingredients in the pot.

  4. 4.Add Turmeric Powder

    Add haldi (turmeric) powder to the mixture.

  5. 5.Add Garam Masala Powder

    Add garam masala powder to the pot.

  6. 6.Add Coriander Powder

    Add coriander powder to the ingredients.

  7. 7.Incorporate Yogurt

    Add dahi (yogurt) to the pot.

  8. 8.Season with Salt

    Add salt to taste.

  9. 9.Add Cooking Oil

    Pour cooking oil over all the ingredients.

  10. 10.Initial Mixing

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a spoon until the mutton is well coated with the spices and marinade.

  11. 11.Add Ginger Garlic Paste

    Add ginger garlic paste to the marinated mutton.

  12. 12.Final Mixing for Marinade

    Mix again to ensure the ginger garlic paste is evenly distributed throughout the mutton and spices.

  13. 13.Cover the Pot

    Cover the pan with a lid.

  14. 14.Begin Cooking

    Place the covered pan on a stove and cook on a medium flame.

  15. 15.Add Water and Continue Cooking

    After a few minutes of cooking, when the mutton has released some liquid and changed color, add water as needed (approximately 1-1.5 cups) to the pot.

  16. 16.Tenderize Mutton

    Stir the mutton, cover the pan again, and continue to cook until the mutton is soft and fully done. This process typically takes 45-60 minutes, depending on the quality of the mutton and heat level.

  17. 17.Garnish and Serve

    Once the mutton is cooked and tender, garnish with fresh chopped coriander leaves. Serve the quick and flavorful mutton masala hot with roti or naan.

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Quick & Flavorful Mutton Masala

Ready in

75 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

60 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~650 kcal
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Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mutton Base

    Add the pre-washed mutton and sliced onions to a large cooking pot.

  2. 2

    Add Green Chilies

    Add the sliced thick green chilies to the pot.

  3. 3

    Add Kashmiri Chili Powder

    Sprinkle Kashmiri chili powder over the ingredients in the pot.

  4. 4

    Add Turmeric Powder

    Add haldi (turmeric) powder to the mixture.

  5. 5

    Add Garam Masala Powder

    Add garam masala powder to the pot.

  6. 6

    Add Coriander Powder

    Add coriander powder to the ingredients.

  7. 7

    Incorporate Yogurt

    Add dahi (yogurt) to the pot.

  8. 8

    Season with Salt

    Add salt to taste.

  9. 9

    Add Cooking Oil

    Pour cooking oil over all the ingredients.

  10. 10

    Initial Mixing

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a spoon until the mutton is well coated with the spices and marinade.

  11. 11

    Add Ginger Garlic Paste

    Add ginger garlic paste to the mutton.

  12. 12

    Final Mixing for Marinade

    Mix again to ensure the ginger garlic paste is evenly distributed throughout the mutton and spices.

  13. 13

    Cover the Pot

    Cover the pan with a lid.

  14. 14

    Begin Cooking

    Place the covered pan on a stove and cook on a medium flame.

  15. 15

    Add Water and Continue Cooking

    After a few minutes of cooking, when the mutton has released some liquid and changed color, add water as needed (approximately 1-1.5 cups) to the pot.

  16. 16

    Tenderize Mutton

    Stir the mutton, cover the pan again, and continue to cook until the mutton is soft and fully done. This process typically takes , depending on the quality of the mutton and heat level.

  17. 17

    Garnish and Serve

    Once the mutton is cooked and tender, garnish with fresh chopped coriander leaves. Serve the quick and flavorful mutton masala hot with roti or naan.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelFiery
Green chili · Kashmiri chili · Garam masala · Ginger
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 Garam masala?

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

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • 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 Garam masala?

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

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • 1
    Add diced potatoes along withCustomise

    Add diced potatoes along with the water for a heartier curry.

  • 2
    For a richer flavorCustomise

    You can add a tablespoon of ghee at the end of cooking.

  • 3
    Replace mutton with chicken forIngredient swap

    Replace mutton with chicken for a quicker cooking time.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Green

    Adjust the amount of green chilies and Kashmiri chili powder according to your spice preference.

  • 2
    Cooking tipEnsure the Mutton Is Cooked on a Medium

    Low flame to allow it to tenderize properly and absorb the flavors.

  • 3
    PreparationFor Best Results

    Marinate the mutton for at least 30 minutes, or even longer in the refrigerator.

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