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Bengali Style Dak Bangla Mutton

Cultural Context

Originating from the kitchens of Bengali zamindars (landlords), Dak Bangla Mutton reflects the rich culinary heritage of West Bengal. Traditionally served during special occasions, this dish showcases the use of aromatic spices and slow-cooking techniques that enhance the flavors of mutton. Today, it is a cherished dish not only in Bengali households but also enjoyed across India, with variations that incorporate local ingredients and preferences.

BengaliINmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 gms Goat Meat (Mutton)
2 tbsp Yogurt
1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
Salt (According to taste)
2 tbsp Emami Healthy & Tasty Kachchi Ghani Mustard Oil
1-2 Bay Leaves
1 Mace
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1 Inch Cinnamon
6 Cloves
8-10 Black Peppercorn
6 Green Cardamoms
1 tbsp Coriander Seeds
2 Dried Red Chillies
3 Potatoes (Peeled)
2 Eggs (Boiled)
1 cup sliced onions
1/2 Cup Tomatoes (Chopped)
1/2 tsp Sugar
1 Cup Water

mutton

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat meat

Chicken is lower in fat and more affordable than mutton.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Add the Mutton to the bowl

2

Add the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chilly powder and salt as required.

3

After adding the spices, add the 2 tbsp Emami Healthy & Tasty Kachchi Ghani Mustard Oil which provides a powerful punch of flavour.

4

Mix the ingredients in the bowl well and let it sit for 30 Minutes.

5

For the spice mix grind these spices into a smooth powder: bay leaves, mace, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, black peppercorns, green cardamom, coriander seeds and dried red chillies.

6

For prepping the gravy: Heat the pan on high flame.

7

Add 2 tbsp Emami Healthy & Tasty Kachchi Ghani Mustard Oil.

8

Once the oil is heated, add in the peeled potatoes and fry till they turn golden brown in colour.

9

Remove potatoes once fried and then add eggs to the hot oil.

10

Now for the gravy: Slice onions and add it to oil on high flame.

11

Once the onions have turned translucent, add the marinaded meat.

12

Saute for 3-4 minutes on high flame.

13

Add tomatoes, fried potatoes, Sugar and the spice mix to the frying pan and mix well.

14

Add 1 cup of water, cover the frying pan and allow the meat to cook until it is well done.

15

After roughly 40-45 minutes, check if the gravy is done and boiled the fried eggs to the frying pan. Cook for a few minutes on high flame.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Dak Bangla MuttonBengali Mutton Curry

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