How to Make Cooking Mutton Shinwari Karahi

 How to Make Cooking Mutton Shinwari Karahi

Mutton Shinwari Karahi is a popular Pakistani dish! Here's a step-by-step guide to making this delicious recipe:

*Servings:* 4-6 people

*Prep Time:* 30 minutes

*Cook Time:* 45 minutes

*Total Time:* 1 hour 15 minutes

*Ingredients:*

For Mutton Shin:

- 1 kg mutton shin (or lamb shank), cut into 2-inch pieces

- 1 tablespoon ginger paste

- 1 tablespoon garlic paste

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds

- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1 teaspoon red chili powder

- Salt, to taste

- 2 tablespoons lemon juice

- 2 tablespoons oil

For Karahi:

- 2 medium onions, chopped

- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped

- 2-3 green chilies, chopped

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds

- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder

- Salt, to taste

- 2 tablespoons oil

- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee (optional)

- Fresh cilantro, for garnish

*Setup-by-Setup Guide:*

*Step 1: Marinate Mutton Shin (15 minutes)*

1. In a large bowl, mix together ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, lemon juice, and oil.

2. Add mutton shin pieces and mix well.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or overnight.

*Step 2: Cook Mutton Shin (20 minutes)*

1. Heat oil in a large pot or pressure cooker.

2. Add marinated mutton shin pieces and cook until browned.

3. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until mutton is tender (15-20 minutes).

*Step 3: Prepare Karahi (15 minutes)*

1. Heat oil in a large wok or karahi pan.

2. Add cumin seeds and coriander seeds, and let them sizzle.

3. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.

4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

5. Add green chilies, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well.

*Step 4: Combine Mutton Shin and Karahi (10 minutes)*

1. Add cooked mutton shin to the karahi pan.

2. Mix well with the karahi mixture.

3. Add butter or ghee (if using) and stir.

4. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

*Step 5: Serve (5 minutes)*

1. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

2. Serve hot with naan, rice, or roti.

*Tips and Variations:*

- Use lamb or beef shin if mutton is not available.

- Adjust spice level to taste.

- Add potatoes or bell peppers to the karahi for added flavor.

- Serve with raita (yogurt and cucumber sauce) or salad.