Recipe Description
Mutton Korma by Rida Aftab is a rich, aromatic, and flavorful Mughlai dish made with tender mutton pieces, cooked in a blend of traditional spices, yogurt, and nuts. This luxurious curry is perfect for special occasions and pairs well with naan, roti, or steamed rice.
Serving Details
- Servings: 4-6
- Serving Size: 1 bowl per person
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 25 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
Ingredients
- 1 kg mutton, bone-in
- 2 onions, finely sliced
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 cup oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons almond paste (optional)
- 4-5 cardamoms
- 2-3 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup water
- Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
- Fried onions, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Onions
Heat oil or ghee in a deep pan. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown. Remove half of the fried onions for garnishing.
Step 2: Cook the Mutton
Add ginger-garlic paste to the remaining onions in the pan. Stir for a minute until fragrant. Add mutton pieces and sauté on medium heat until they turn brown.
Step 3: Add Spices
Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4: Incorporate Yogurt
Lower the heat and add the whisked yogurt gradually, stirring continuously to avoid curdling. Cook until the oil separates.
Step 5: Simmer with Water
Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and let the mutton cook on low heat for about 45 minutes or until tender.
Step 6: Final Touch
Once the mutton is cooked, add garam masala, cardamoms, cloves, cinnamon, and bay leaf. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fried onions. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
FAQs
Can I use chicken instead of mutton?
Yes, you can substitute chicken for mutton, but the cooking time will be shorter, around 25-30 minutes.
How can I make the korma thicker?
You can add almond or cashew paste to enhance the thickness and richness of the gravy.
Is this dish very spicy?
The spice level is moderate, but you can adjust it by adding or reducing red chili powder according to your preference.
Can I make this korma in advance?
Yes, Mutton Korma tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat before serving.
