Kerala-style chilli mutton is a flavorful and spicy dish that is popular in the state of Kerala, located on the southwestern coast of India. It is made with tender mutton that is cooked in a spicy sauce made with coconut milk, chili powder, and a variety of aromatic spices.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:
1 kg mutton: You can use any type of mutton for this recipe, but it is important to use high-quality meat that is fresh and tender. You can buy mutton from a local butcher or from a grocery store that sells fresh meat.
2 cups water: This will be used to cook the mutton in the pressure cooker.
1/2 cup coconut oil: Coconut oil is a traditional ingredient in Kerala cuisine and gives the dish a unique and flavorful taste. You can also use vegetable oil if you prefer.
2 medium onions, finely chopped: Onions add flavor and depth to the dish. Make sure to chop them finely so they blend in well with the sauce.
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped: Garlic adds a pungent and aromatic flavor to the dish. Make sure to chop it finely so it blends in well with the sauce.
1 inch ginger, finely chopped: Ginger adds a spicy and aromatic flavor to the dish. Make sure to chop it finely so it blends in well with the sauce.
2 green chilies, finely chopped: Green chilies add a spicy and aromatic flavor to the dish. You can adjust the amount of chilies depending on your desired level of spiciness.
2 cups water: This will be used to thin out the sauce and help the mutton cook evenly.
1 cup coconut milk: Coconut milk adds a rich and creamy texture to the dish. It also helps to balance out the spiciness of the chili powder.
4 tablespoons red chili powder: This adds heat and flavor to the dish. You can adjust the amount of chili powder depending on your desired level of spiciness.
1 teaspoon turmeric powder: Turmeric adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the dish. It also gives the sauce a beautiful yellow color.
1 tablespoon garam masala powder: Garam masala is a blend of aromatic spices that is commonly used in Indian cooking. It adds a complex and fragrant flavor to the dish.
Salt, to taste: Salt helps to balance out the flavors and bring out the taste of the other ingredients. Make sure to add it to taste.
To make this dish, follow these
instructions:
- In a pressure cooker, add the mutton and water. Cook for 3 whistles or until the mutton is tender.
- In a separate pan, heat the coconut oil and add the onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Fry until the onions are golden brown.
- Add the cooked mutton to the pan and stir to coat the mutton with the onion mixture.
- Add the water, coconut milk, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt to the pan. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve hot with rice or chapatis. Enjoy!