Pakistani Mutton Karahi Recipe | Karahi Gosht Recipe of Pakistan

Pakistani food is a celebration of diverse flavors and a reflection of the country's rich history, making it a culinary experience that's both delicious and culturally significant. Pakistan has a rich and diverse culinary tradition that reflects the country's cultural history, geography, and a blend of flavors influenced by various regions.

Pakistani cuisine is known for its bold and aromatic spices. Commonly used spices include cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and chili, which infuse dishes with a complex and flavorful profile.

Rice is a staple food in Pakistan, and one of the most beloved dishes is biryani.  Wide range of curries, from the spicy Nihari to the creamy Butter Chicken and variety of succulent kebabs, such as seekh kebabs (minced meat skewers) and chapli kebabs (spiced ground meat patties)are features of Pakistani cuisine.

Among various gosht recipe, Mutton Karahi is a popular and flavorful Pakistani dish made with tender pieces of mutton (goat or lamb) cooked in a wok-like pan known as a "karahi". It's traditionally cooked with aromatic spices, tomatoes, and green chilies, giving it a distinctive taste. Here's a  recipe for Pakistani Mutton Karahi:

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Ingredients of Pakistani  Mutton Karahi:

• 500 grams of mutton, bone-in and cut into small pieces
• 2 finely sliced large onions
• 3-4 finely chopped tomatoes
• 3-4  green chilies, slit
• 2-3 minced cloves of garlic
• 1-inch piece of grated ginger
• 1/2 cup of cooking oil or ghee
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
• Fresh ginger, julienned, for garnish
• Fresh green chilies, for garnish

Instructions of Making Pakistani Mutton Karahi:

• Heat the oil or ghee in a large karahi or wok-like pan on medium-high heat.
• Add cumin seeds when oil is hot and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
• Add the sliced onions and sauté them until they turn golden brown. This may take around 10-15 minutes. Stir frequently to ensure even browning.
• Add minced garlic and grated ginger to it now and sauté for a couple of minutes or until the raw aroma disappears.
• Add the mutton pieces and cook until they change color and become slightly browned.
• Add the chopped tomatoes, green chilies, and all the spices - coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook this mixture until the tomatoes become soft and the oil begins to separate. This might take around 10-15 minutes.
• Now, cover the pan and let the mutton cook over low heat. Stir occasionally and check the water time to time and  add a little water if the mutton sticks to the bottom. Cook until the mutton is tender. This can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the meat's quality and your desired tenderness.
• Once the mutton is tender and the oil has separated, add garam masala and mix well.

Serving of Pakistani Mutton Karahi:

• Garnish the Mutton Karahi with fresh coriander leaves, julienned ginger and green chilies.
• Serve hot with naan or roti.

Enjoy your homemade Mutton Karahi, a delicious and spicy Pakistani dish that's sure to delight your taste buds!

  Recipe Card

Cuisine: Pakistani, Course: Main Course, Prep Time: 10 minutes, Cook Time: 60 minutes, Total Time: 70 minutes, Serving: 4 People