{"id":"recipe_2e9dd55261","slug":"indian-mutton-curry","title":"Indian Mutton Curry","description":"A classic, hearty Indian goat curry featuring tender meat simmered in a rich, aromatic gravy of caramelized onions, tomatoes, and traditional warm spices.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":55,"totalMinutes":70,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Mutton (goat meat), cut into 1.5-inch pieces","name":"Mutton","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1.1","usUnit":"lb","form":"cut into pieces","notes":"goat meat, bone-in preferred","group":"Protein","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"3 medium onions, thinly sliced","name":"Onion","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":"3","usUnit":"piece","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"red onions preferred","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 medium tomatoes, chopped","name":"Tomato","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste","name":"Ginger-garlic paste","quantity":30,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"paste","notes":"freshly made if possible","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"3 tablespoons mustard oil or vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"mustard oil provides an authentic pungent flavor","group":"Fats","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 bay leaf","name":"Bay Leaf","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Whole Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"3 green cardamom pods","name":"Green Cardamom Pods","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":"3","usUnit":"piece","form":"whole pods","notes":"","group":"Whole Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 cinnamon stick","name":"Cinnamon Stick","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"piece","form":"stick","notes":"1-inch piece","group":"Whole Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 teaspoon turmeric powder","name":"Turmeric","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Ground Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"2 teaspoons red chili powder","name":"Red Chili","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"adjust for heat","group":"Ground Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"2 teaspoons coriander powder","name":"Coriander","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Ground Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"1 teaspoon garam masala","name":"Garam Masala","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to be added at the end","group":"Ground Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-13","original":"1 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-14","original":"500 ml water","name":"Water","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"hot water preferred for faster cooking","group":"Liquid","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-15","original":"Fresh cilantro, chopped","name":"Cilantro","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"chopped","notes":"for garnish","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Heat 3 tbsp (45 ml) of oil in a pressure cooker or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the bay leaf, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Let them crackle for 30 seconds until fragrant.","group":"Sautéing","title":"Heat 3 tbsp of oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Sautéing"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn a deep golden brown. This may take 10-12 minutes.","group":"Sautéing","title":"Add the sliced onions and sauté","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Sautéing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Stir in 2 tbsp of ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.","group":"Sautéing","title":"Stir in 2 tbsp of ginger-garlic paste and sauté","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Sautéing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the mutton pieces and sear them on high heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the meat is browned on all sides.","group":"Cooking Meat","title":"Add the mutton pieces and sear them","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Cooking Meat"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Lower the heat and add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and oil starts to separate from the masala.","group":"Spice Base","title":"Lower the heat and add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Spice Base"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Pour in 2 cups (500 ml) of water and stir. Close the pressure cooker lid. Cook for 4-5 whistles on medium heat, or until the mutton is tender. If using a pot, cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes.","group":"Pressure Cooking","title":"Pour in 2 cups of water","timerMinutes":45,"sourceTitle":"Pressure Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Once the pressure releases naturally, open the lid. Sprinkle 1 tsp of garam masala and garnish with fresh cilantro. 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Cool completely before storing."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the gravy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2e9dd55261%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e5f358ac-ed15-4390-8023-0b817e5d6fe5","imageAlt":"Indian Mutton Curry — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["mutton","goat","curry","indian","spicy","stew","protein"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Indian Mutton Curry","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:16:07.759Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:16:07.759Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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