Often on the days when we crave for something ‘hatke’ from Indian cuisine, we forget that India is also blessed with a variety of unmissable rustic mutton curries. We usually stick to the common chicken curries not just when we go out to dine at restaurants but also when we organize any party at home. However, the classic mutton curries of India showcase the true essence of the variety that a cuisine has to offer. So, we thought we must bring those delicious mutton curries back into the limelight. Keep reading to get a taste of such authentic curries which will tickle your tastebuds and get you a homely rustic vibe in no time.
The first recipe on our list is the signature dish of Kashmir - Rogan Josh! This authentic Indian lamb curry with a heady combination of intense exotic spices, is really palate pleasing. Rogan Josh is a slow-cooked Kashmiri curry famous for the right reasons! Such ghee-rich curried meat cooked in a spicy and smooth flavourful gravy with the distinctive Kashmiri dash of saffron tastes brilliant when served along with any kind of roti, parantha or rice. Often made at festive occasions, this dish is a must try!
Then comes the Goshtaba, a Kashmiri local favorite. Goshtaba is a traditional delicacy made by first shaping spiced mutton mince into balls/ kofta and then slow-cooking them in a flavourful yogurt gravy. This hot and spicy curry is delicious and gives a true Kashmiri taste in each bite. Originally made as a dish for the royalty, this dish is often served as the last or grand dish before dessert at a Wazwan or at any festive occasion in the Kashmir household.
Next on the list is a top notch mutton lover's curry - Aab Gosht. This popular Kashmiri curry is made by cooking mutton with chana dal, green chillies, spices and coconut milk. It is a balanced curry, so if you think you cannot handle too much spicy food, then this one’s perfect for you. Aab Gosht‘s flavourful and succulent meat tastes outstanding, making it a must have dish at any special occasion.
Lastly, on this list is a recipe that is a celebration in itself - Wazwan! If you are a non-veg lover, then you must try this without any second thoughts. Wazwan is a ceremonial spread, a multi-course non-veg Kashmiri meal & Kashmir’s pride! It represents the true amalgamation of tradition and culture. Such out-of-the-world meat-laden banquet comprises of 36 distinctive dishes like Rista, Rogan Josh, Kebabs, Goshtaba and a lot more. This dreamy masterpiece of Kashmir is a must try.
We really hope you enjoyed this journey through the mutton delicacies of India. Try them at your next get-together or simply at your home just for a full-fledged Sunday’s big meal.