Mori Mutton
A flavorful shark curry from the Konkan coast, prepared with a blend of spices, coconut milk, and tamarind, known for its rich and aromatic taste.
Cuisines
Konkani
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Build a full meal around Mori Mutton
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Mutton , cut into pieces |
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1 cup | Coconut , freshly grated |
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2 tablespoons | Coriander Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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6-8 | Red Chili , dried |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Black Peppercorn |
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1 inch | Cinnamon stick |
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4 | Clove |
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2 | Cardamom , green pods |
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1 large | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 tablespoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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Salt | To taste |
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Water | A Needed |
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1 tablespoon | Tamarind , pulp |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Dry roast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, black peppercorns, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom pods until fragrant.
- 2 Grind the roasted spices with grated coconut and turmeric powder to a fine paste using a little water.
- 3 Heat oil in a pressure cooker and sauté the chopped onion until golden brown.
- 4 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
- 5 Add the mutton pieces and sauté until they are browned on all sides.
- 6 Mix in the ground spice paste and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the oil separates.
- 7 Add salt and enough water to cover the mutton, then close the lid and pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until the mutton is tender.
- 8 Once the pressure releases, open the lid and add tamarind pulp. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- 9 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a few curry leaves while sautéing the onions.