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 classic North Indian flatbread, layered with ghee and pan-fried on a tawa until golden and flaky. This simple, versatile bread is the perfect partner for any curry, dal, or sabzi.
Crisp, tangy rings of onion tossed with fresh lemon juice, herbs, and a hint of spice. This classic Indian side salad, known as Laccha Pyaz, is the perfect refreshing accompaniment to rich curries and grilled kebabs.
Creamy, melt-in-mouth Safed Maas with warm parathas. A protein-packed, comforting dinner!
This rajasthani dish is perfect for dinner. With 886.74 calories and 67.08g 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.
233cal
8gprotein
44gcarbs
5gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Atta (Also known as whole wheat flour)
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Ghee (Melted, for the dough)
1 cup Water (Lukewarm, adjust as needed)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl (parat), combine 2 cups of atta and 1 tsp of salt. Mix well.
Add 1 tbsp of melted ghee to the flour. Rub it into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Gradually add lukewarm water, a little at a time, and begin to knead. Continue kneading for 8-10 minutes to form a soft, smooth, and pliable dough. It should be firm but not sticky.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth or a lid and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This step is crucial for soft parathas.
2
Shape the Parathas (Triangle Method)
After resting, knead the dough again for 1 minute.
Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls (pedas).
Take one dough ball and flatten it slightly. Dust it with dry atta and roll it into a circle about 4-5 inches in diameter.
Spread about 1/2 tsp of ghee evenly over the surface of the rolled circle.
Fold the circle in half to create a semi-circle. Spread another 1/2 tsp of ghee on the top surface of the semi-circle.
Fold the semi-circle in half again to form a triangle.
Gently press the triangle and dust it with dry atta. Roll it out evenly into a larger triangle, about 6-7 inches on each side and 1/8 inch thick. Avoid pressing too hard to preserve the layers.
3
Cook the Parathas
Heat a tawa (flat griddle) over medium-high heat. The tawa should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully place the rolled paratha onto the hot tawa. Cook for about 30-45 seconds, until you see small bubbles forming on the surface.
Flip the paratha using a spatula. Let it cook on the other side for about 1 minute until light brown spots appear.
Flip it again. Now, spread about 1/2 tsp of ghee on the top surface.
Flip one last time. The ghee-coated side is now facing down. Gently press the paratha with the back of a spatula, especially around the edges, to encourage it to puff up and cook evenly.
Spread another 1/2 tsp of ghee on the new top side. Cook for 30-45 seconds until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the paratha from the tawa and place it in a casserole dish or a container lined with a cloth to keep it soft.
4
Serve
Repeat the shaping and cooking process for all the remaining dough balls.
Serve the hot Tawa Parathas immediately with your favorite curry, dal, yogurt, or pickle.
