How to make Mutton Korma recipes

Mutton Korma is a rich and flavorful Indian dish made with tender pieces of mutton cooked in a creamy, spiced yogurt sauce. Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make Mutton Korma:

Ingredients

For the Marinade:

• 1 kg mutton, cut into pieces
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• Salt to taste

For the Korma:

• 3 tbsp ghee or oil
• 2 large onions, finely sliced
• 2-3 green cardamoms
• 1-2 black cardamoms
• 4-5 cloves
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 cup tomato puree (optional)
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 cup cashew nuts or almonds, soaked and ground to a paste
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Marinade:

1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Add the mutton pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Korma:

1. Heat the ghee or oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are golden brown. Remove half of the fried onions and set aside for garnishing.
3. To the remaining onions in the pan, add the green cardamoms, black cardamoms, cloves, cinnamon sticks, bay leaf, and cumin seeds. Sauté for a few minutes until the spices are fragrant.
4. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add the marinated mutton pieces to the pan, stirring well to combine with the spices.
6. Cook the mutton on high heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to brown slightly.
7. Add the tomato puree (if using) and cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Lower the heat and add the coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and turmeric powder. Stir well to combine.
9. Add the ground cashew or almond paste and mix well.
10. Pour in enough water to cover the mutton. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let it simmer for 1-1.5 hours, or until the mutton is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary.
11. Once the mutton is cooked, stir in the fresh cream and cook for another 5 minutes.
12. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.

Garnish and Serve:

1. Garnish the Mutton Korma with the reserved fried onions and fresh coriander leaves.
2. Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Enjoy your delicious and aromatic Mutton Korma!