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Mutton Korma

Cultural Context

Mutton Korma has its roots in Mughlai cuisine, which flourished in the Indian subcontinent under the Mughal Empire. This rich and aromatic dish symbolizes the culinary heritage of the region, often served during festive occasions and gatherings. Today, Korma has transcended its origins, with variations found across South Asia and beyond, each reflecting local flavors and preferences.

PakistaniPKmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
mutton - 1 Kg (curry cut with bones & fat)
Green Cardamom - 6
Black Cardamom - 2
Cloves - 8
Cinnamon - 3 small
Black Peppercorns - 15
Shah Jeera - 1 tsp
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
Red Chilli powder - 2.5 tsp
Kashmiri Chilli Powder - 1 tsp
Coriander powder - 4 tsp
Garam Masala Powder - 1/4 tsp
Onions, sliced - 4 medium (nett 250 gms)
Whisked Curd/Yogurt - 250 gm
Ginger Garlic paste - 3.5 tsp
Cashew paste - 10-12 cashews
Salt - 2 tsp + a pinch for seasoning
Refined Oil - 3 tbsp + oil for frying the sliced onions into birista
Ghee - 2 tbsp
Kewra Water - 1 tsp

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

mutton

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than mutton.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley provides a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

1

Slice the onions and fry on medium high heat in oil till golden. Remove from oil and spread it on a plate to cool. Crush it lightly with your hand or grind it very roughly in a grinder.

2

Whisk the curd/plain/Greek yogurt and set aside.

3

To make cashew paste, add all the cashew nuts in a grinder/blender and grind into a powder. Now add 2-3 tbsp water and blend again into a smooth paste.

4

Heat oil and ghee in a pressure cooker or curry pan.

5

Add all the whole spices, give a stir and then add the mutton pieces.

6

Give a mix and then sear (bhunno) on high/medium high heat for around 5 mins till the mutton is browned.

7

Add the Ginger Garlic paste, give a mix and fry on medium low heat for around 3 mins.

8

Add all the spice powders other than Garam Masala Powder, mix and fry on medium heat for 4 mins.

9

Add the crushed onions and fry for 2 mins.

10

Switch off heat and add the cashew paste & whisked curd/yogurt. Mix it well and then switch on heat on low.

11

Keep mixing and cooking on low heat for 3-4 mins till the curd/yogurt is cooked and oil separates.

12

Add 400 ml water, give a mix and pressure cook for 4-5 whistles.

13

Open the lid of the pressure cooker only after it has released pressure on its own.

14

Switch on heat and add the Garam Masala and season with salt (if needed).

15

Add the Kewra water, give a mix and cook on low heat for 2-3 mins.

16

Switch off heat and let it rest for 30 mins before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

pressure cookercurry pangrinderblender

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Also Known As

KormaMutton Curry

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