• Mutton 2 lb (cut in steak sized pieces)
• Chopped coriander leaves 1 tbsp
• Almonds 6
• Poppy seeds 1 tbsp
• Green papaya a small piece
• Melon seeds 1 tbsp
• Cinnamon 3 sticks
• Cumin seeds (optional) 1/2 tsp
• Ginger and garlic paste 2 tsp
• Cardamoms 4
• Peppercorn 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder 1 tsp
• Clarified butter8 tbsp
• Salt to taste

Roast the poppy seeds, melon seeds and almonds.
Grind them to a paste.

Grind ginger garlic paste, cardamoms, pepper, papaya and coriander leaves.

When all the seasoning is ready, wash meat and then beat it lightly on a grinding stone.

Mix all ground seasoning along with cinnamon sticks and cumin seeds (whole) into the meat and let it marinate for 1 hour.

Take a big saucepan with a tight lid and heat clarified butter in it.

When hot, add the marinated mutton and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Reduce the heat, cover and let it simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes.

Place in a moderate oven and cook for an hour.
When the meat is tender, sprinkle a little turmeric on it and serve hot.

by Pak101.com (few years ago!) / 1971 views