Goan Mutton Curry with Spiced Pilau Rice

Rich, tender mutton curry simmered with coconut and fragrant spices, served alongside a flavorful, aromatic spiced basmati rice.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1336.3 kcals 5345.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 96.1 grams 384.5 grams
Fat 83 grams 332.1 grams
Protein 62.1 grams 248.4 grams
Cook Time
110 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
200
g
Mango Chutney
to serve
Dairy
200
g
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice only
GrainsCereals
Liquids
500
ml
400
ml
Meat
1
kg
Mutton Leg
boned and cut into 2.5cm cubes
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Cumin Seeds
for the curry
1
tsp
Coriander Seeds
for the curry
1
stick
Cinnamon
for the curry
2
clove
Garlic
crushed, for the curry
2
tbsp
Coriander
fresh leaves, for the curry
1
clove
Garlic
crushed, for the rice
3
piece
Cardamom Pods
green, split
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Vegetable Oil
for the rice
Vegetables
2
piece
Onion
finely sliced, for the curry
2.5
cm
Ginger
fresh root, finely grated
2
piece
Red Chilli
long, sliced
1
piece
Onion
finely diced, for the rice

Steps

  • Toast cumin, coriander seeds, and cinnamon in a frying pan until fragrant.
  • Grind the toasted spices into a fine powder.
  • Brown the mutton cubes in oil in a large saucepan then set aside.
  • Fry the curry onions for 10 minutes until soft and golden.
  • Stir in the garlic, ginger, chilli, and all remaining curry spices for one minute.
  • Add mutton and beef stock, then simmer covered for one hour.
  • Add desiccated coconut and coconut milk, simmering uncovered for 30 minutes until tender.
  • Season the curry with salt and black pepper.
  • Fry the rice onion, garlic, and spices in oil for two minutes.
  • Add rice and 600ml water, then bring to a boil.
  • Simmer the rice covered for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
  • Season rice with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and fresh coriander.
  • Serve the curry and rice with yoghurt and mango chutney.