Kadai Mutton Curry

Kadai Mutton Curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender pieces of mutton with a rich and spiced gravy, cooked in a traditional Indian wok. This high-protein meal is perfect for a hearty lunch, bursting with authentic Indian flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Mutton (boneless) - 400 grams
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 large
• Tomato (pureed) - 1 medium
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green chilies (slit) - 2
• Kadai masala (coriander seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies) - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Cooking oil - 3 tablespoons
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Water - 1 cup

Steps

1. Heat oil in a kadai or deep pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and green chilies; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the mutton pieces and sauté until they are browned on all sides.
5. Mix in the tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes until the oil starts to separate.
6. Add turmeric, red chili powder, and salt; mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Grind the kadai masala ingredients (coriander seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies) into a coarse powder and add it to the pan.
8. Pour in 1 cup of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover; let it simmer for 30-40 minutes until the mutton is tender.
9. Once cooked, sprinkle garam masala and chopped coriander leaves on top.
10. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains essential minerals like iron and zinc, promoting overall health.

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