Mutton Bhuna
Indian Indian - Curries and Gravies

Mutton Bhuna

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A rich, deeply spiced curry slow-cooked until the aromatic tomato and onion reduction clings intimately to the tender cuts.

Ingredients

  • • 600g mutton, cubed
  • • 3 tbsp mustard oil
  • • 2 onions, finely sliced
  • • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • • 1 tsp garam masala

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat the mustard oil until smoking and fry the onions until deep brown.

2
Phase 2

Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry, then add the mutton and sear on high heat until sealed.

3
Phase 3

Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric, and tomatoes and fry for 8-10 minutes until the oil separates.

4
Phase 4

Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and cook on low for 60-90 minutes until the mutton is tender, stirring occasionally.

5
Phase 5

Uncover and bhunao until the gravy clings thickly to the meat.

6
Phase 6

Sprinkle the garam masala, rest for 10 minutes, and serve with roti or rice.