Mutton Karahi

If you’re craving a rich and hearty dish packed with bold flavors, this Mutton Karahi is a recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Tender pressure-cooked mutton simmers with fresh tomatoes, aromatic spices, and green chilies. The ingredients cook together to create a thick and fragrant masala. Fresh ginger and extra chilies finish the dish with a vibrant touch. Serve this classic karahi with warm naan or steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

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Despite its impressive taste, this recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare. A pressure cooker helps the mutton become tender quickly. Freshly roasted spices add depth and aroma to the dish. Juicy mutton, rich tomato masala, and green chilies create a bold flavor. Serve this comforting Mutton Karahi with warm naan. It is perfect for family dinners, weekend meals, or special gatherings. Everyone at the table is sure to enjoy this flavorful dish.

Mutton Karahi

Mutton Karahi is a classic Pakistani dish made with tender pressure-cooked mutton simmered in a rich tomato-based masala and fragrant roasted spices. Fresh green chilies and ginger add a bold, authentic flavor, while high-heat cooking creates the signature thick and flavorful gravy. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this hearty dish pairs wonderfully with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

pressure cook 20 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine Pakistani, South Asian

Servings 6

Equipment

• Instant Pot and Wok

Ingredients

  

For the Mutton

• 2 lb Mutton mix pieces mix pieces
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups water

For the Roasted Spice Mix

• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 12 black peppercorns Whole
• 2 green cardamom pods Whole
• 6 red chilies dried

Additional Spices

• ½ tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp salt

For the Karahi

• 1 cup oil
• 2 medium onions sliced
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 2 tbsp green chili paste
• 1 lb Tomatoes
• Fresh green chilies sliced
• Ginger julienne for garnish

Instructions

 

Pressure Cook the Mutton

• Add the mutton, ginger garlic paste, salt, and water to the pressure cooker. Mix well and spread the meat evenly.
• Close the lid and pressure cook on High for 20 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Prepare the Karahi Masala

• Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, green cardamom, and dried red chilies. Let them cool and grind coarsely.
• Mix the roasted spices with red chili powder, turmeric, and salt.

Bhuna the Karahi

• Heat oil in a karahi or large pan. Add sliced onions and fry for a few minutes.
• Stir in ginger garlic paste and green chili paste. Cook until fragrant.
• Add the tomatoes, cover, and cook until soft. Remove the tomato skins if desired.
• Add the cooked mutton and cook over high heat until most of the moisture evaporates.
• Add the spice mixture and continue frying.
• Add green chilies and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
• Garnish with ginger julienne and serve hot with naan.

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Notes

Natural pressure release helps keep the mutton tender and juicy.
Fresh tomatoes give the best flavor to the karahi.
Adjust the number of green chilies according to your preferred spice level.
Serve with naan, roti, or steamed rice.