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Malai Mutton Recipe

Malai Mutton

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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: South Asian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 5
Author: Farhana

Ingredients

For marination:

  • 1 kg mutton (with bones)
  • 1 tablespoon papaya powder
  • 1 tablespoon pink Himalayan salt (or to taste)
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cream

For gravy:

  • 1 tablespoon desi ghee or clarified butter
  • 1 cup onion (paste)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 3-4 green chilies
  • coal (for smoke)

Instructions

  • In a large wok or skillet, combine the mutton, papaya powder, salt, yogurt, and fresh cream. Mix well and set aside for 1 hour (preferably overnight).
  • Cook the marinated mutton in the same wok until it is tender and the liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally.
  • In another pan, heat ghee and cook the onion paste until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, then sauté for a minute.
  • Add black pepper, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and red chili powder. Mix well and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the cooked mutton, whipping cream, and green chilies. Cook until the oil separates from the gravy.
  • For the smoky flavor, place a piece of aluminium foil or a metal cup in the center of the pan. Put a well-heated coal on it, drizzle a few drops of the oil over the coal, and immediately cover with a lid to trap the smoke. Let it sit for a few minutes.
  • Serve hot with naan or paratha, along with salad and raita. Enjoy! And remember “COOKING IS EASY!”

Notes

  • Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the mutton. The longer it marinates, the better it tastes.
  • Greek yogurt or hung curd works best for rich and thick gravy.
  • You can easily double or triple this recipe.