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Spicy Mutton Curry

50 min
560 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

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A slow-cooked, robust mutton curry from the Indian heartland. Infused with whole aromatic spices and a creamy yogurt base, this dish is the definition of comfort food.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Spicy Mutton Curry from another cuisine is Lahma b'Basal (Egypt): the two share 38% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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How to Make It

  • 1

    Marinate 600g of mutton with 1 cup whisked yogurt, 1 tbsp chili powder and 8 g (1.5 tsp) salt for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the fridge, so the yogurt can soften the meat.

  • 2

    Heat 3 tbsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot and add 4 cardamom pods, 4 cloves, and 1 cinnamon stick; fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • 3

    Add 3 finely sliced onions to the pot and sauté over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until they turn a deep, dark golden brown.

  • 4

    Stir in 2 tbsp of ginger garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes until the raw, sharp aroma of the aromatics is completely gone.

  • 5

    Add the marinated mutton to the pot, increasing the heat to sear the meat until the edges change color and the moisture evaporates.

  • 6

    Cover the pot and let the mutton simmer in its own juices on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  • 7

    Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of warm water, cover tightly, and slow-cook on low heat for another 60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the meat is fork-tender. If the pot starts to dry out, add 60 ml more warm water.

  • 8

    Finish with 1 g (1/2 tsp) of garam masala, taste and adjust the salt, simmer for 2 minutes until oil surfaces on top, and serve warm with steamed rice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spicy Mutton Curry?

Spicy Mutton Curry is an Indian meat dish featuring mutton simmered in a yogurt-based sauce with onions, ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices. It is typically served as a main course for lunch or dinner, paired with rice or flatbread.

What is the best cut for this?

Goat mutton with bone-in pieces provides the best depth of flavor and texture for slow cooking.

How to make the gravy thicker?

Cook the onion base until it is a very dark brown; the onions will dissolve into the gravy, creating a natural, rich thickener.

Can I use pressure cooker?

Yes, after searing the meat, pressure cook for 3-4 whistles to significantly reduce cooking time.

Why yogurt?

Yogurt acts as a natural meat tenderizer due to its acidity and adds a subtle creamy tang to the sauce.

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