Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 kg mutton, cut into small pieces
- 2 cups fresh gongura leaves, washed and chopped
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 3 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, slit
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp garam masala powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 cups water
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add onions and green chilies. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a minute.
3. Add tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
4. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add mutton pieces and mix well. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
6. Add chopped gongura leaves and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Add water and garam masala powder. Mix well.
8. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 5-6 whistles or until the mutton is cooked well.
9. Once the pressure is released, open the lid and check the consistency. If it's too thin, cook for a few more minutes until it thickens.
10. Serve hot with rice or roti.
30 minutes
Temperature: None
Serving size: 4-6 people
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gongura leaves can be substituted with spinach or kale leaves.
- Mutton can be substituted with chicken or beef.
Variations:
- Add coconut milk for a creamy texture.
- Add potatoes or carrots for a vegetable version.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh gongura leaves for the best flavor.
- Marinate the mutton with yogurt and spices for a few hours for a more tender meat.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a microwave or on a stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl with a side of rice or roti.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice or roti.
Suggested side dishes:
- Cucumber raita or onion salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the curry is too thin, cook for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the mutton is cooked well before serving.
Food history:
- Gongura is a leafy vegetable commonly used in Andhra Pradesh cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, tangy, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with rice or roti.
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