Mutton Korma – Step by Step Indian Mughlai Mutton Korma

Mutton Korma – Indian Mughlai Mutton Korma: extremely delicious, juicy and tender mutton cooked using almonds, Indian spices, yogurt and fragrant water (kewda). It can be made using Lamb too (Lamb Korma) + Perfect Keto Recipe. The curry is thick and often made using the braising technique.

When I think of Indian Comfort Food, ‘Mutton Korma’ is on the Top 5 recipes of our family/friends countdown. Also known as Mughlai Mutton Korma, Shahi Mutton Korma, Shahi Mutton, Gosht Korma, Lamb Korma etc.

This recipe is passed down from generations in our family and the ladies of the house are Always Extremely Proud when making it in Holiday season or special occasion.

So, whenever I hear the word ‘Mutton Korma / Mutton Korma Recipe‘, it just feels like home….chilled winter-foggy morning, pipping hot chai along with Indian zeera biscuits, and endless discussion about ‘where’ to buy the mutton for this dish!!

Seriously, we are that passionate about food that we even the buying process can be discussed for hours 🙂

What is Mutton Korma?

It’s a quintessential recipe from the Royal Indian Mughlai/Awadhi cuisine, where mutton or lamb, is braised/cooked in a mix of spices, almond-onion paste, ghee, yogurt and kewda water (light sweet-scented water).

It’s is this Almond-Onion paste that differentiates Korma from a regular Curry dish’.

The Mughlai cuisines of a place called Uttar Pradesh. This recipe was primarily made for the Kings/Queens/Royal Family hence the ingredients were always the best, flavorful and rich.

The meat was always slow-cooked in copper utensils to enhance flavors of the dish and served in the best of the silverware. 

Primarily the city of Lucknow, which is famous for its Muttons, Chaats, Mithai and Chikankari (a kind of cloth weaving and not actual chicken) is where you’ll find tons of restaurants having this recipe on their menu.

And each restaurant or even Dhaba owner will say that they have a special edition of this recipe. It’s that popular.

The Process to Make Mutton Korma – Must Haves :

In earlier times, people used to cook this recipe for a good 2-3 hrs to make sure mutton/lamb is tender to the bone and the flavors seep in.

So, instead of slow cooking it for 2-3hrs, I prefer to braise it in a ‘pressure cooker’ as that helps tenderize the meat and cooks faster too.

1. We start by first making a ‘thick, saucy nut-based Korma Masala’ using a mix of roasted almonds, onion and yogurt (which differentiate Korma from a Regular Curry).
2. Then we simply saute the mutton with spices (whole and powdered).
3. Then add the Korma Masala and sautee the meat over low flame.
4. Once you see oil separating on the sides, add water and close the pressure cooker.
5. Give 3-4 whistles (depending on how tender you want the meat (more whistles = more tender)
6. Then let the pressure cooker cool touch, open the lid and transfer the Mutton Korma to a serving bowl.
7. Add slivered almonds on top and serve with a side of choice, ideally basmati rice and tandoori roti.

 

 

Important Tips for the Mutton Korma Recipe:

Mutton: I use a mix of chops, shank and other pieces. Also, fresher meat will be tender and juicy to cook than frozen meat.

Cooking Utensil: I prefer cooking this in a ‘Pressure Cooker’ as it helps me braise the mutton, that helps tenderize the meat further.

Kashmiri Chili Powder: used for its bright red color and is less spicy than normal chili powder. Used in curries to give a warm color.

Kewda Water: used in lot of Mughlai/Awadhi/Nawabi cuisine. it’s sweet-scented water that adds a sweet scent to meats/dessert.

Yogurt: you want to use plain, thick yogurt.

Whole Spices: they are an essential part of any mutton or red meat recipe. Not only tenderizes the meat but also enhances the flavors.

Store-Bought Meat Masala: I get this message a lot as many times, you don’t have all the Indian spices, so it’s absolutely fine if you want to use Store-bought meat masalas. 

So this Holiday Season, if you want to add that extra meaty dish for your Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year’s Table, this recipe would be a great option.

This recipe is perfect for Keto or Low Carb diet too. #ketodiet #ketolamb #lowcarbrecipes

 

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