Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

onions

sliced

4 tbsp

olive oil

1 kg

boneless mutton

diced

6 unit

green cardamom pods

2 tsp

fennel seeds

pounded into powder

1 tsp

paprika

1 tbsp

ground coriander

0.5 tsp

chilli powder

1 tbsp

curry powder

2 tsp

garam masala

8 unit

cloves

8 unit

peppercorns

1.5 tsp

salt

2 tsp

ginger and garlic paste

400 g

natural yoghurt

5 unit

green chillies

250 g

tinned chopped tomatoes

500 ml

water

12 unit

curry leaves

12 unit

saffron strands

1 tsp

kewra water or rosewater

1 handful

freshly chopped coriander

chopped

Step 1
~8 min

Slice the onions.

Step 2
~8 min

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Step 3
~8 min

Fry onions until crispy and golden, then set aside on kitchen towel to dry.

Step 4
~8 min

Keep the oil in the pan.

Step 5
~8 min

Brown diced mutton in the onion oil.

Step 6
~8 min

Add cardamom, fennel, coriander, paprika, and chilli powder to the mutton.

Step 7
~8 min

Cook until the mutton is browned.

Step 8
~8 min

Add cloves, peppercorns, and salt.

Step 9
~8 min

Cook over low heat for 30 minutes, until the meat starts cooking in its own juices and darkens.

Step 10
~8 min

Blend yoghurt, green chillies, reserved fried onions, curry powder, and tinned tomatoes into a paste.

Step 11
~8 min

Add the paste to the pan and coat the ingredients.

Step 12
~8 min

Turn heat to medium.

Step 13
~8 min

Add garam masala and curry leaves.

Step 14
~8 min

Cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently.

Step 15
~8 min

Add water at intervals to prevent drying and sticking.

Step 16
~8 min

Ensure the curry is not too runny.

Step 17
~8 min

Just before serving, add kewra or rosewater.

Step 18
~8 min

Garnish with chopped coriander.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, marinate the lamb in the yoghurt mixture for a few hours before cooking.

Garnish generously with fresh coriander before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead, flavors improve with time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with basmati rice.

Serve with naan bread.

Serve with raita (yoghurt dip).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Raita
Pilau Rice
Naan Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Lucknow, India

Cultural Significance

A dish associated with the royal cuisine of Lucknow.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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