Welcome back to Burmawala Kitchen! Mutton Curry, a dish that never fails to impress with its rich flavors and tender meat.

Mutton Curry is a staple in South Asian cuisine, known for its robust flavours and succulent meat. This dish typically features slow-cooked mutton in a blend of aromatic spices, creating a rich and hearty curry. The combination of whole spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, along with ground spices and fresh chilies, gives this curry its distinctive taste.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg boned mutton
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 3 tbsp coriander-cumin (danya jeera)
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 1 heaped tsp garam masala
• 1/4 cup oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp peppercorns
• 1 tsp cloves
• 2 black cardamoms
• 1 small cinnamon stick
• 4 green cardamoms
• 1 tsp ghee
• 5 fresh chilies
• 2 cups water
• Fresh green coriander for garnish

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Mutton:
   • In a large bowl, combine salt, Kashmiri red chili powder, turmeric, coriander-cumin, garlic paste, ginger paste, and garam masala.
   • Mix well to coat the mutton thoroughly. Let it marinate while you prepare the other ingredients.
2. Prepare the Onions:
   • In a cooking pan, heat oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, forming the flavor base for the curry.
3. Add Aromatic Spices:
   • Halfway through cooking the onions, introduce the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns, cloves, black cardamoms, cinnamon stick, and green cardamoms.
   • Allow them to fry until your kitchen is filled with a delightful aroma.
4. Enhance with Ghee and Chilies:
   • Add a teaspoon of ghee for enhanced flavor.
   • Introduce the fresh chilies and continue to fry for an additional minute to infuse the spices with the ghee.
5. Brown the Meat:
   • Add the marinated mutton to the pan.
   • Braise the meat for approximately 5 minutes, ensuring it develops a beautiful golden color and the spices meld together.
6. Add Water and Simmer:
   • Pour in 2 cups of water, bringing the mixture to a boil.
   • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 90 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once the meat achieves a tender and flavorful consistency, garnish the Classic Mutton Curry with a generous sprinkle of fresh green coriander.
   • Serve hot with naan or rice, and enjoy the rich, savory flavors of this traditional dish.