Mutton Magic
Slow-braised mutton in a rich, dark gravy fragrant with whole spices and curry leaves. Kerala mutton dishes reward patience — the longer you cook, the more the meat surrenders its toughness and takes on the masala.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 1k g Mutton
- 3 nos Onions medium size
- 3 nos Tomato medium size
- 5 nos Green chillies
- 50 g Ginger
- 2 tbsp Fennel seeds
- 50 g Garlic
- 2 tbsp Chilli powder
- 3 tbsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 10 nos Cashew nuts
- 1/2 cup Coconut — grated
- 2 tbsp Poppy seeds
- Curry leaves, a few
- Coriander leaves, a few
- 50 ml Oil
- Salt, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Wash and drain mutton.
Step 2
Slice onions, green chillies, tomatoes.
Step 3
Grind together, ginger, garlic, fennel seeds, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, and garam masala.
Step 4
In a pressure cooker add all the above with oil and salt.
Step 5
Stir everything together thoroughly with your hands and set aside for 10 minutes and pressure let it go for 6 - 7 whistles.
Step 6
Soak cashew nuts, poppy seeds and grind together with grated coconut to a smooth paste.
Step 7
Add the cashew paste and add curry leaves and coriander leaves.
Step 8
Serve while still hot with Rice or breads!
Tip
Low and slow is the only way with mutton. Rushing the cooking gives you tough, chewy meat instead of fork-tender pieces.
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