Description

Aloo Gosht is a rich and flavorful mutton curry that brings together tender meat and soft potatoes in a spiced, aromatic gravy. This hearty dish, loved across South Asia, is perfect with naan or basmati rice for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Scale

500g mutton (bone-in, cut into pieces)
3 medium potatoes (peeled, cut into chunks)
2 onions (finely sliced)
2 tomatoes (chopped)
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 cup yogurt
2 tbsp oil or ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 cinnamon stick
2 cardamom pods
3 cloves
2 cups water
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

Sauté the onions – Heat oil in a pot, add cumin seeds, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Then add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
Cook the meat – Add ginger-garlic paste and mutton. Sear on high heat until the meat turns brown.
Add spices & tomatoes – Stir in coriander powder, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
Simmer the curry – Mix in yogurt, reduce heat, and let the flavors blend. Pour in 2 cups of water, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes until mutton is tender.
Add potatoes – Toss in the potato chunks and cook for another 15 minutes until they absorb the flavors and soften.
Final touch – Sprinkle garam masala, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with naan or rice.

Notes

1️⃣ Slow Cooking Enhances Flavor – For the best taste, cook the mutton on low heat to allow the flavors to develop fully. If using a pressure cooker, be careful not to overcook the potatoes.

2️⃣ Balance the Spices – Taste and adjust the spice levels as you cook. If it’s too spicy, add a little yogurt or cream to mellow the heat.

3️⃣ Thicker Gravy Tip – If you want a thicker curry, mash a few potato pieces into the gravy or let the curry simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.

Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins