Mutton Saag

Mutton Saag is a rich and flavorful Indian dish featuring tender mutton cooked with a vibrant spinach sauce. This high-protein meal is perfect for a hearty lunch, combining the earthy flavors of spices with the richness of meat and greens.

Ingredients

• Mutton (bone-in) - 300 grams
• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cooking oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Water - as needed
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Once they begin to splutter, add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Introduce the mutton to the pot and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the turmeric and coriander powder, mixing well to coat the meat, and add the tomato puree. Cook for 5 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
5. Pour in enough water to cover the mutton, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the mutton is tender.
6. While the mutton is cooking, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Drain and blend into a smooth paste.
7. Once the mutton is tender, add the spinach paste to the pot, season with salt, and stir well. Cook together for an additional 5-10 minutes.
8. Sprinkle garam masala over the dish, add lemon juice, and mix. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

• Calories: 470
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in iron and vitamins from spinach, promoting healthy blood and immune function.

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