Talawa Gosht

Ingredients

Water

2 cups

Salt

1 teaspoon

Garam masala

1 tablespoon

Coriander powder

1 tablespoon

Red chili powder

1 teaspoon

Turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

Fresh ginger

2 inches, minced

Garlic

6 cloves, minced

Onions

2 large, finely sliced

Ghee

4 tablespoons

Mutton, bone-in preferred

2 pounds, cut into chunks

Instructions

1. In a large heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium heat until melted and hot.
2. Add the sliced onions to the pan and sauté until they turn golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning, about 10-12 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the mutton pieces to the pan, browning them on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in the turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Stir well to evenly coat the mutton with the spices.
6. Pour in the water, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the mutton is tender and the flavors meld together beautifully.
7. Once cooked, adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the Talawa Gosht hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired, alongside steamed rice or warm naan.