Tambda Rassa
A spicy red curry from the Kolhapur region, made with a blend of fiery spices and coconut milk, traditionally served with rice or bhakri.
Cuisines
Maharashtrian
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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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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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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2 | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 tablespoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1 | Tomato , finely chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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2 tablespoons | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , powder |
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1 | Bay Leaf |
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2 | Clove |
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2 | Cardamom , green |
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1 | Cinnamon stick |
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1 | Black Cardamom |
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1 cup | Water |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
- 2 Add bay leaf, cloves, green cardamoms, black cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
- 3 Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 4 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 5 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
- 6 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 7 Add the mutton pieces and sauté until they are well coated with the spices.
- 8 Pour in 1 cup of water and mix well.
- 9 Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes or until the mutton is tender.
- 10 Once the pressure releases, open the lid and sprinkle garam masala over the curry.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer taste, you can add a little coconut milk towards the end of cooking.