Special Mutton Curry / How to Make Special Mutton Curry / The Tales of Khushi

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier but sunflower oil is more affordable.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can be used fresh or dried for a similar flavor.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and bay leaves; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in finely chopped onions and cook until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.

Add minced ginger and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until raw smell disappears.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt; mix well and cook for 2 minutes.

Reduce heat and add yogurt gradually, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.

Add mutton pieces to the pot; mix to coat in the spice mixture.

Increase heat to medium-high and brown the mutton on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in enough water to cover the mutton; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until mutton is tender.

Stir in garam masala and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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