Gosht ka Salan

Ingredients:

5 tbsp oil

3 tbsp whole garam masala

1 onion, finely chopped

1 kg mutton with bones

2 1/2 tbsp ginger garlic paste

2 tsp coriander powder

2 tsp cumin powder

1 tsp red chili powder

2 tsp fennel seeds powder

1  tsp garam masala powder

2 tomatoes, finely chopped

3 tbsp yogurt

salt to taste

3 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Method:

Heat the oil in a pressure cooker over heat. Add the whole garam masala and let them sizzle and become aromatic.

Add the chopped onion, and fry for 8- 10 minutes, until golden brown. Add the lamb pieces, and fry for 3- 4 minutes or until the mutton pieces are seared all over.  Add the garlic and ginger paste to the mutton, stir well and then reduce the heat, and let it cook for 3- 4 minutes.
Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, fennel seeds powder, garam masala, tomato, yogurt, and salt, to taste. Cover the pan with a lid, and then reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 – 12 minutes, or until the masala is dry.

Add 1/2 cup of boiling water to the masala, and let it cook for another 7 to 8 minutes.

Add enough boiling water to almost cover the mutton, and bring the mixture to a boil, cover the lid and let it cook till 2 whistles then reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the mutton is tender.

Add chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.