Awadhi Mutton Chaap

Awadhi Mutton Chaap

Awadhi Mutton Chaap

Slow-braised lamb ribs or shoulder pieces marinated in a spiced yogurt paste and cooked in a sealed handi until they absorb the ghee and spices — a staple of Lucknawi dhabas and restaurants.

Cuisines

Awadhi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Total: 80 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams mutton ribs
1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
1/2 teaspoon saffron strands
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons mustard oil
salt to taste
1 tablespoon ghee
1 cup fried onions

Instructions

  1. 1 Clean and wash the mutton ribs thoroughly.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper powder, saffron strands, lemon juice, mustard oil, and salt.
  3. 3 Add the mutton ribs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. 4 Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
  5. 5 Add the marinated mutton ribs along with the marinade to the pan.
  6. 6 Cook on medium heat until the mutton is tender and the oil starts to separate from the masala, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7 Add fried onions to the pan and mix well.
  8. 8 Cover and cook for another 5-10 minutes on low heat to let the flavors meld.
  9. 9 Serve hot with naan or rice.

Tips

For a richer taste, you can add a few drops of kewra water or rose water towards the end of cooking.