Andhra Rogan Josh

Ingredients

• Mutton: 500g
• Yogurt: 1 cup, whisked
• Onion Paste: 1/2 cup
• Ginger-Garlic Paste: 1.5 tbsp
• Red Chili Powder (Guntur): 2 tsp
• Fennel Powder: 1 tsp
• Dry Ginger Powder: 1/2 tsp
• Ghee: 4 tbsp
• Whole Spices (Cardamom, Cloves, Bay leaf): as needed
• Salt: to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat ghee, add whole spices.

2. 2

   Add onion paste and fry until brown.

3. 3

   Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté.

4. 4

   Add the mutton pieces and sear on high heat.

5. 5

   Lower the heat. Add whisked yogurt gradually, stirring continuously.

6. 6

   Add all spice powders and salt. Mix well.

7. 7

   Add 1 cup of hot water, cover, and cook on low heat until mutton is very tender (about 1.5 hours).

8. 8

   The gravy should be rich and red. Serve hot.