Goan Chicken Xacuti Mutton Version Mountain Spice Complex

Method

1. 1

   Make roasted coconut masala: dry-roast grated coconut in a pan stirring until deep golden-brown.

2. 2

   Dry-roast roughly chopped onion until charred. Dry-roast all whole spices until fragrant.

3. 3

   Blend all roasted ingredients together with turmeric and minimal water into a very thick paste.

4. 4

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a heavy pot. Add finely sliced onion.

5. 5

   Cook on medium for 10 to 12 minutes until deep golden.

6. 6

   Add the roasted coconut masala. Fry stirring for 6 minutes — oil should begin to surface.

7. 7

   Add finely chopped tomatoes. Cook 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Add mutton pieces. Coat with the masala. Cook on medium-high for 8 minutes to brown slightly.

9. 9

   Add 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 50 to 60 minutes until mutton is completely tender.

10. 10

    Season with salt.