Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g Mutton, cubed
- 2 Onions, finely chopped
- 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 Green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons Ginger-Garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 Porottas
Special Equipment Needed:
- Pressure cooker
- Frying pan
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Heat oil in a pressure cooker.
2. Add the onions and fry until golden brown.
3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry for a minute.
4. Add the tomatoes, green chillies, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, cumin powder and turmeric powder. Fry for a few minutes.
5. Add the mutton cubes and fry for a few minutes.
6. Add 1 cup of water and pressure cook for 10 minutes.
7. Heat oil in a frying pan.
8. Add the cooked mutton and fry for a few minutes.
9. Add the coriander leaves, mint leaves, lemon juice and salt. Fry for a few minutes.
10. Heat the porottas in a pan.
11. Serve the spicy mutton with the porottas.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: Medium
Serving Size: 4
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 590
Fat: 36g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 27g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Mutton can be substituted with chicken or beef.
- Green chillies can be substituted with red chillies.
- Porottas can be substituted with chapatis or naan.
Variations:
- The mutton can be cooked with potatoes for a different flavour.
- The spices can be adjusted according to taste.
Tips and Tricks:
- Marinate the mutton with the spices for a few hours before cooking for a more flavourful dish.
- Add a few tablespoons of yogurt to the mutton while cooking for a creamy texture.
Storage Instructions:
The spicy mutton can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The spicy mutton can be reheated in a pan over medium heat.
Presentation Ideas:
The spicy mutton can be served with a side of steamed rice or chapatis.
Garnishes:
The spicy mutton can be garnished with chopped coriander leaves and lemon wedges.
Pairings:
The spicy mutton can be paired with a side of raita or pickle.
Suggested Side Dishes:
The spicy mutton can be served with a side of steamed rice, chapatis, raita or pickle.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the mutton is too dry, add a few tablespoons of water while cooking.
- If the mutton is too spicy, add a few tablespoons of yogurt to balance the flavours.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the mutton thoroughly before serving.
- Store the cooked mutton in the refrigerator for no more than 3 days.
Food History:
Mutton porotta is a popular dish from South India, especially Kerala. It is a spicy dish made with mutton, spices and porottas.
Flavor Profiles:
The spicy mutton porotta has a spicy and savoury flavour with a hint of sweetness from the tomatoes.
Serving Suggestions:
The spicy mutton porotta can be served as a main dish with a side of steamed rice, chapatis, raita or pickle.
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