A luxurious Rajasthani mutton curry made with a rich, creamy white gravy of yogurt, cashews, and almonds. Delicately spiced and slow-cooked until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender, this royal dish is a true celebration of Mughlai-inspired flavors.
Prep25 min
Cook75 min
Soak30 min
Servings4
Serving size: 1 cup
619cal
58gprotein
20gcarbs
Ingredients
750 g Mutton (bone-in, curry cut)
4 tbsp Ghee
300 g Onion (about 2 medium, ground to a smooth paste)
240 g Curd (full-fat, whisked well at room temperature)
A rustic, gluten-free flatbread from Rajasthan, made from pearl millet flour. It has a nutty, earthy flavor and a slightly coarse texture, perfect for pairing with spicy curries or simply with a dollop of ghee and jaggery.
A classic Indian accompaniment, these lentil crisps are roasted directly over a flame until blistered and smoky. Ready in seconds, it's the perfect crunchy side for any dal, rice, or curry meal.
Creamy, melt-in-mouth Safed Maas with fiber-rich Bajra Roti and crispy papad. A soul-satisfying meal!
This rajasthani dish is perfect for dinner. With 992.48 calories and 71.09g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
34gfat
5 pods Green Cardamom
5 pods Cloves
1 pod Black Cardamom
1 inch Cinnamon Stick
1 leaf Bay Leaf
1 tsp White Pepper Powder
0.5 tsp Garam Masala
0.25 tsp Mace Powder
1.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
480 ml Water (for the gravy, use hot water)
1 tsp Kewra Water (optional, for fragrance)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare Pastes and Marinate Mutton
Soak cashews and almonds in hot water for 30 minutes. After soaking, peel the skin off the almonds.
Grind the soaked cashews and peeled almonds with 2 tbsp of water into a very smooth, fine paste. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the mutton pieces, whisked room-temperature curd, ginger paste, garlic paste, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure each piece is well-coated.
Cover the bowl and let the mutton marinate for at least 1 hour at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
2
Sauté Aromatics and Onions
Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pressure cooker over medium heat.
Add the whole spices: bay leaf, cinnamon stick, green cardamoms, black cardamom, and cloves. Sauté for 30-45 seconds until they become fragrant.
Add the onion paste. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the paste loses its raw smell and turns a pale cream color. Do not let it brown, as this will alter the final color of the gravy.
3
Sear and Cook the Mutton
Add the marinated mutton along with all the marinade to the cooker. Increase the heat to medium-high.
Sauté for 10-12 minutes, stirring continuously. Cook until the mutton is well-seared, the curd mixture thickens, and you see ghee separating at the edges of the pan.
Pour in 480 ml of hot water and the remaining 0.5 tsp of salt. Stir well to combine.
4
Pressure Cook Until Tender
Secure the lid of the pressure cooker. Bring to high pressure on medium-high heat.
Once pressure is reached, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 20-25 minutes (or about 5-6 whistles).
Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally. This is crucial for making the mutton exceptionally tender.
5
Finish the Gravy
Once the pressure has fully released, carefully open the cooker. Turn the heat back on to low.
Stir in the prepared cashew-almond paste. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent the paste from sticking to the bottom, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Add the white pepper powder, garam masala, and mace powder. Mix well and cook for another minute.
Turn off the heat. Stir in the fresh cream and optional kewra water. Mix gently until incorporated. Do not boil the curry after adding cream to prevent it from splitting.
6
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the Safed Maas to a serving bowl.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve hot with traditional Rajasthani breads like bajra roti, or with naan, sheermal, or steamed basmati rice.
276cal
7gprotein
42gcarbs
9gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Bajra Flour (Also known as pearl millet flour)
0.5 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste)
1 cup Warm Water (Use as needed, the amount may vary)
2 tbsp Ghee (For serving)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Dough
In a wide bowl or parat, combine the 2 cups of bajra flour and 0.5 tsp of salt. Mix well.
Gradually add warm water, a little at a time, and start gathering the flour to form a shaggy dough.
Once the flour comes together, begin kneading. Use the heel of your palm to push and press the dough for 5-7 minutes. This process is crucial for a smooth, crack-free roti.
The final dough should be soft, smooth, and pliable, similar to the consistency of chapati dough. It should not be sticky or too stiff.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes. Do not rest it for too long as it can become dry.
2
Shape the Rotis
After resting, knead the dough again for one minute.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll them into smooth, crack-free balls.
Take one ball of dough. Dust your palms with a little dry bajra flour.
Gently flatten the ball and start patting it between your palms, rotating it as you go, to form a thin disc of about 4-5 inches in diameter. This is the traditional method.
For an easier method, place a dough ball on a piece of parchment paper or a plastic sheet. Flatten it slightly, cover with another sheet, and use a rolling pin to gently roll it into a 4-5 inch circle of about 1/4 inch thickness.
3
Cook the Rotis
Heat a cast-iron or earthen tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat. The tawa should be hot before you place the roti on it.
Carefully lift the rolled roti and place it on the hot tawa.
Cook for about 45-60 seconds on the first side, or until you see small bubbles and the color changes slightly.
Flip the roti using tongs and cook the other side for about a minute until light brown spots appear.
For a soft, puffed roti, you can now place it directly on a low open flame using tongs. It will puff up in seconds. Flip to cook both sides evenly. Alternatively, press the roti gently on the tawa with a folded kitchen towel to help it puff up.
Repeat the process for all the remaining dough balls.
4
Serve
Once cooked, remove the roti from the heat and immediately brush it generously with ghee.
Serve the hot Bajra Roti with Rajasthani curries like Gatte ki Sabzi, dal, or simply with a dollop of white butter (makhan) and a piece of jaggery (gur).
