Mutton Curry Andhra

Method

1. 1

   Marinate mutton: Mix 750g mutton with 1 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 2 tsp red chilli powder, half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp garam masala and salt. Marinate overnight.

2. 2

   Fry onions: Heat 3 tbsp oil. Add 2 finely chopped onions. Cook on medium heat 12-15 minutes until deep golden.

3. 3

   Add ginger-garlic: Add 1.5 tbsp ginger-garlic paste and fry 2-3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add tomatoes: Add 3 chopped tomatoes. Cook 8-10 minutes until oil separates.

5. 5

   Add spice powders: Add 2 tsp red chilli powder, 1.5 tsp coriander powder and 1 tsp cumin powder. Fry 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add marinated mutton: Add mutton with all yogurt. Cook on high heat 10 minutes stirring to sear all sides.

7. 7

   Add water: Add 1.5 cups warm water. Bring to a boil.

8. 8

   Pressure cook: Cover and pressure cook 5-6 whistles until mutton is very tender. Allow pressure to release naturally.

9. 9

   Finish: Cook uncovered on medium heat 8 minutes. Add 1 tsp garam masala.

10. 10

    Serve: Adjust salt. Andhra mutton curry should be thick and deeply spiced. Garnish with coriander. Serve with rice or roti.