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A fiery and aromatic goat meat curry from the heart of Tamil Nadu. Tender mutton pieces are simmered in a rich, thick gravy made from freshly ground spices, creating a deeply flavorful and authentic South Indian dish.
For 4 servings
Pressure Cook the Mutton
Prepare the Fresh Masala Paste
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A fiery and aromatic goat meat curry from the heart of Tamil Nadu. Tender mutton pieces are simmered in a rich, thick gravy made from freshly ground spices, creating a deeply flavorful and authentic South Indian dish.
This south_indian recipe takes 75 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 362.69 calories per serving with 36.91g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Create the Curry Base
Combine and Simmer the Curry
Garnish and Serve
Replace mutton with 500g of bone-in chicken to make Madurai Chicken Curry. Skip the pressure cooking step and cook the chicken directly in the masala for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
For a richer, milder curry, soak 10-12 cashews in hot water for 15 minutes and grind them into a paste. Add this paste along with the ground masala.
Reduce the heat by using only 2-3 dried red chilies and halving the amount of black peppercorns.
After preparing the masala paste and sautéing the onion-tomato base, transfer everything, including the raw mutton, to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the mutton is tender.
Mutton is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is crucial for building and repairing tissues, muscle growth, and overall body function.
This dish provides a significant amount of heme iron from the mutton, which is more easily absorbed by the body than non-heme iron from plants. Iron is vital for preventing anemia and maintaining energy levels.
The curry is packed with spices like turmeric, cloves, and black pepper, which contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds like curcumin and piperine that help combat inflammation in the body.
Ingredients like ginger, garlic, and various spices have been traditionally used to support the immune system due to their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
A typical serving of Madurai Mutton Curry contains approximately 450-550 calories, depending on the fat content of the mutton and the amount of oil used.
It can be part of a balanced diet. Mutton is an excellent source of protein and iron. However, it is also high in saturated fat and calories, so it's best enjoyed in moderation.
Yes, lamb is a great substitute for mutton (goat meat). Lamb is generally more tender, so you may need to reduce the pressure cooking time by 1-2 whistles.
To reduce the spice level, decrease the number of dried red chilies to 2-3 and use only 1/2 teaspoon of black peppercorns in the masala paste.
This curry pairs wonderfully with South Indian breads like Parotta, Appam, and Dosa. It is also excellent with steamed rice, idli, or ghee rice.
You can store leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld and often taste even better the next day. Reheat thoroughly before serving.