Peshawari Mutton Karahi Recipe

If you want to eat delicious, spicy and restaurant style Peshawari Mutton Karahi, you need to follow this recipe!

Introduction to Peshawari Mutton Karahi

Peshawari Mutton Karahi is a traditional dish from Peshawar, Pakistan, known for its rich and robust flavors. This dish features tender mutton pieces cooked in a simple yet flavorful tomato-based gravy with green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Unlike many South Asian dishes, it uses minimal spices, focusing on the natural taste of the ingredients. Typically cooked in a "karahi" (a deep cooking pot), it is a staple at festive gatherings and is best enjoyed with naan or rice. The dish exemplifies the simplicity and depth of Peshawari cuisine.

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Ingredients

Mutton 1.5 lb
Ginger Garlic paste 2 tablespoon
Salt 1.5 teaspoon
Red Chili Powder 1 teaspoon
Freshly crushed Black Pepper 1.5 tbsp
Roasted and crushed Coriander 1 tablespoon
Roasted and crushed Cumin 1 tablespoon
Onion Paste 1 cup (2 medium size onions)
Tomato Puree 1 cup (3 medium size tomatoes peeled and blended)
Green Chilies 3-4 cut in pieces
Cilantro ½ bunch
Julienne Ginger (for garnishing)
Oil ½ cup

Instructions

Heat oil, add ginger and garlic paste

Add Mutton, bhunofy till it changes color, approx. 5-10 minutes.

Add Onion paste, mix well.

Then add Tomato Puree, cook for approx. 5 minutes.

Add Salt, Red Chili Powder, Crushed Black Pepper. Bhunofy for 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water, cover and cook till meat is tender, approx. 1 hour.

Add roasted and crushed Coriander + Cumin, green chilies, cilantro and bhunofy for 2 minutes on high flame till oil comes on top.

Garnish with Cilantro and Julienne Ginger.

Substitutions

Substitute Mutton with lamb meat or beef.

Variations

Add diced potatoes to the Mutton.

Cooking Method: Add the potatoes about halfway through the mutton cooking process so they become tender and absorb the flavors.

Storage

Mutton karahi can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

For longer storage, mutton karahi can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.

Top tip

Adjust the number of green chilies according to your spice preference.

Ensure the mutton is cooked until tender for the best flavor.

You can add a bit of water if the gravy becomes too thick during cooking.

FAQ

what is the difference between karahi and curry?

Karahi is a dish cooked quickly on high heat in a "karahi" pot, resulting in a thick, chunky sauce with fewer spices. Curry involves slow simmering with a wide range of spices, creating a more liquid, gravy-like consistency.

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