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Ingredients

• 500 g Goat Meat (Mutton), bone‑in or boneless (cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 500 g Okra (Bhindi) (washed, trimmed, cut into 2‑inch pieces; dry thoroughly to reduce slime)
• 3 large Onion (thinly sliced; 2 for mutton, 1 for bhindi)
• 1 tablespoon Garlic‑Ginger Paste (store‑bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (store‑bought or homemade from fresh tomatoes)
• 1 teaspoon Kaloonji (Nigella Seeds) (adds subtle peppery flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala (split: half added during cooking, half at the end)
• to taste Salt
• 2 Green Chilies (slit lengthwise; optional for extra heat)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (added to bhindi at the end)
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (2 tbsp for mutton, 2 tbsp for bhindi)
• 2 cups Water (for pressure cooking mutton)

Instructions

1. Gather and Measure Ingredients

   Measure all spices, chop onions, mince garlic‑ginger paste if making fresh, wash and dry the bhindi, and keep everything within arm’s reach.

   Time: PT10M

2. Slice Onions

   Thinly slice 2 large onions for the mutton and 1 large onion for the bhindi.

   Time: PT5M

3. Fry Onions for Mutton

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in the large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

4. Brown the Mutton

   Add the mutton pieces to the skillet, stir and fry for 5 minutes until the surface changes color.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Add Water, Kalonji & Aromatics

   Pour in 1 cup water, sprinkle 1 tsp kalonji, and add 1 tbsp garlic‑ginger paste. Stir and let it cook for about 12 minutes, allowing the meat to release its juices and prevent sticking.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: medium heat

6. Bloom the Spices

   Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt, half of the garam masala, and 2 tbsp tomato paste. Fry for 5 minutes until the oil separates from the masala.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

7. Pressure Cook the Mutton

   Transfer the entire mixture to a 6‑qt pressure cooker, add the remaining 1 cup water, seal the lid, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick‑release any remaining pressure.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: high pressure

8. Finish Mutton Curry

   Open the cooker, add slit green chilies, chopped coriander leaves, and the remaining garam masala. Simmer for 5 minutes uncovered.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

9. Fry Onions for Bhindi

   In a clean skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

10. Cook Bhindi

    Add the bhindi pieces, 1 tsp kalonji, 1 tsp garlic‑ginger paste, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Stir gently and cook on low to medium heat for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The bhindi should stay whole and not become mushy.

    Time: PT12M

    Temperature: low to medium heat

11. Add Lemon Juice

    Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice, mix gently for 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.

    Time: PT2M

12. Plate and Serve

    Serve the hot mutton curry alongside the bhindi in a serving bowl. Garnish with extra coriander if desired. Pair with roti, naan, or steamed rice.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

5 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Goat Meat (Mutton), bone‑in or boneless: Lamb, Beef stew meat
• Instead of Okra (Bhindi): Green beans (for texture)
• Instead of Onion: Shallots
• Instead of Garlic‑Ginger Paste: Fresh minced garlic and ginger (1:1)
• Instead of Tomato Paste: Pureed fresh tomatoes (use 3 tbsp)
• Instead of Kaloonji (Nigella Seeds): Black cumin
• Instead of Red Chili Powder: Paprika (milder)
• Instead of Green Chilies: Jalapeño
• Instead of Fresh Coriander Leaves: Mint leaves
• Instead of Lemon Juice: Amchur (dry mango powder)
• Instead of Vegetable Oil: Canola oil, Sunflower oil

Equipment Needed

• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board
• Large Skillet or Kadai
• Pressure Cooker (6‑qt)
• Mixing Bowl
• Wooden Spoon / Spatula
• Blender (optional) (optional)
• Serving Bowl

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Fry onions until golden before adding meat – this builds the flavor base.
• Add water before the meat fully cooks to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
• Pressure cook the mutton for the correct time (25 min) to achieve tenderness.
• Stir bhindi gently and avoid over‑mixing so the okra does not break.
• Add lemon juice at the end of bhindi cooking to preserve its bright flavor.

Chef Tips from the Video

• Toast the kalonji briefly before adding it for a deeper aroma.
• Finish the mutton with a drizzle of ghee for extra richness.
• For extra crunch, add a handful of sliced raw onions on top of the bhindi just before serving.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store mutton curry and bhindi separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Mutton curry freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. Bhindi does not freeze well.

Room temperature: Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare tomato paste in bulk (blend fresh tomatoes and cook down) and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• The mutton curry can be cooked a day ahead; flavors improve after refrigeration.
• Bhindi can be sautéed up to 30 minutes before serving and reheated gently on low heat.

Frequently Asked Questions