Follow these steps for perfect results
onions
sliced
olive oil
boneless mutton
diced
green cardamom pods
fennel seeds
pounded into powder
paprika
ground coriander
chilli powder
curry powder
garam masala
cloves
peppercorns
salt
ginger and garlic paste
natural yoghurt
green chillies
tinned chopped tomatoes
water
curry leaves
saffron strands
kewra water or rosewater
freshly chopped coriander
chopped
Slice the onions.
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Fry onions until crispy and golden, then set aside on kitchen towel to dry.
Keep the oil in the pan.
Brown diced mutton in the onion oil.
Add cardamom, fennel, coriander, paprika, and chilli powder to the mutton.
Cook until the mutton is browned.
Add cloves, peppercorns, and salt.
Cook over low heat for 30 minutes, until the meat starts cooking in its own juices and darkens.
Blend yoghurt, green chillies, reserved fried onions, curry powder, and tinned tomatoes into a paste.
Add the paste to the pan and coat the ingredients.
Turn heat to medium.
Add garam masala and curry leaves.
Cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently.
Add water at intervals to prevent drying and sticking.
Ensure the curry is not too runny.
Just before serving, add kewra or rosewater.
Garnish with chopped coriander.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead, flavors improve with time.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander and a dollop of yoghurt.
Serve with basmati rice.
Serve with naan bread.
Serve with raita (yoghurt dip).
Complements the rich flavors.
Cuts through the richness and spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A dish associated with the royal cuisine of Lucknow.
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