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Masala Mutton Karahi

Cultural Context

Masala Mutton Karahi is a beloved dish in Pakistan, known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. Traditionally cooked in a wok-like vessel called a 'karahi', it showcases the culinary heritage of the region, often served at family gatherings and special occasions. In modern times, variations include different meats and spice levels, making it a versatile favorite across South Asia and beyond.

PakistaniPKmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg mutton
750 grams fresh tomatoes
200 grams Greek yogurt
0.5 mug boiled kettle water
0.5 cup oil
2 teaspoons salt
1.5 tablespoons garlic puree
1.5 tablespoons coriander powder
0.5 tablespoon cumin powder
0.5 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder
0.5 tablespoon regular chili powder
fresh ginger (julienned)
6 green chilies
0.5 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

mutton

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

1

Heat a large pot on high heat (setting 8).

2

Add 0.5 cup oil to the pot.

3

Carefully add 1.5 kg mutton to the pot.

4

Add 1.5 tablespoons garlic puree and 2 teaspoons salt; mix everything together.

5

Add 750 grams of fresh tomatoes (skin on) to the pot and mix.

6

Pour in 0.5 mug of boiled kettle water and cover the pot with a lid.

7

Cook on medium to high heat (setting 7) for approximately 30 to 35 minutes.

8

Remove the lid and peel the skins off the softened tomatoes.

9

Squeeze the tomatoes to break them up and mix them into the dish.

10

Add 1.5 tablespoons coriander powder, 0.5 tablespoon cumin powder, 0.5 tablespoon Kashmiri chili powder, and 0.5 tablespoon regular chili powder; mix well.

11

Add blitzed green chilies to the pot and mix again.

12

Lower the heat to low-medium (setting 3-4) and cook for an additional 25 minutes without adding water.

13

After 25-30 minutes, check that the oil has separated and risen to the surface.

14

Increase the heat to medium (setting 6) and add 200 grams of Greek yogurt; mix well.

15

Add half of the julienned ginger and whole green chilies to the pot.

16

Cook for 10-15 minutes until the oil separates again (bunning process).

17

Lower the heat to the lowest setting and cover; cook for an additional 6-8 minutes.

18

Remove the lid and check the meat for doneness; it should be tender and break easily.

19

Crush 0.5 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves between palms and add to the dish; mix well.

20

Garnish with remaining julienned ginger before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large pottongs

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mutton KarahiKarahi Gosht

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