Mamsam Vepudu

Mamsam Vepudu

Mamsam Vepudu

A spicy and flavorful mutton fry, cooked with a blend of traditional Andhra spices and garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

Cuisines

Andhra

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Total: 65 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams mutton, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
2 medium onions, finely sliced
2 teaspoons red chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 sprigs curry leaves
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
salt to taste

Instructions

  1. 1 Clean the mutton pieces thoroughly and set aside.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, allowing them to splutter.
  4. 4 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
  5. 5 Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  6. 6 Add mutton pieces to the pan and stir well.
  7. 7 Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
  8. 8 Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the mutton is tender, stirring occasionally. This may take about 30-40 minutes.
  9. 9 Once the mutton is cooked, increase the heat and fry until the oil separates from the masala.
  10. 10 Add garam masala and curry leaves, mixing well.
  11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Tips

For a richer taste, you can add a splash of lemon juice before serving.