Lahori Mutton karhai / Goat Karahi

There are many delicious Pakistani dishes that are beloved by locals and visitors alike. Popular dishes include beef haleem, a rich stew made with wheat, barley, lentils, and beef, biryani, a fragrant rice dish cooked with spices and vegetables, pulao, a spiced rice and meat dish, and many more. The list of delicious Pakistani dishes is seemingly endless, with flavours and ingredients from all over the world coming together to create unique and flavorful dishes. From traditional staples like nihari and kababs to modern favourites like murgh musallam and tikka masala, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Pakistan’s culinary culture.

what is Goat Karahi?

Mutton Karahi, also known as Goat Karahi, is a rich and flavourful dish that is popular amongst many meat lovers. This dish is usually made by marinating goat meat in a mixture of spices and cooking it in an iron karahi (wok) with tomato puree, onion, ginger, garlic and spices. The iron karahi gives the dish a unique smoky flavour that is highly sought-after by many. Mutton Karahi is often served with naan, roti or rice, making it a complete and satisfying meal. The dish is commonly found in South Asian countries and is considered to be in the elite category of dishes due to its unique and robust flavour. you can make it by east and fresh ingredients like mutton meat, onion, tomatoes, yoghurt and etc.

You can find this dish in almost every restaurant in Pakistan, India, and any other restaurant that serves desi cuisine around the world, as it is an essential part of a well-rounded desi cuisine menu. This dish has been a staple of desi cuisine for many years and is enjoyed by people of all cultures and backgrounds. It is a delicious and flavorful dish that is often served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is a great way to add flavour and texture to any meal and is sure to be a hit with all your family and friends.

This recipe is for mutton, goat and lamb Karahi. They are both very similar meats, the only difference being their cooking times. In Pakistan, mutton is the preferred red meat, whereas lamb is more frequently cooked in the UK. As for other countries, I’m unsure about trends (please let me know if you have any input in the comments). It’s a good idea to cover both in one recipe.

Let’s make the mutton karahi (goat karahi)

Ingredients:

-Dahi (Yogurt) ½ Cup (room temperature) 

-Cream 2 tbs (room temperature)

-Pani (Water) ½ Cup or as required 

-Lehsan paste (Garlic paste) 1 tbs 

-Haldee powder (Turmeric powder) ¼ tsp

-Mutton mix boti ½ kg

-Tamatar (Tomatoes) chopped 2 medium

-Namak (Salt) ½ tsp or to taste

-Cooking oil ½ Cup

-Lal mirch powder (Red chili powder) 1 tsp or to taste

-Garam masala powder 1 tsp

-Hari mirch (Green chilies) chopped 2-3 

-Hara dhania (Fresh coriander) chopped 

-Adrak (Ginger) julienne 

-Hara dhania (Fresh coriander)

-Adrak (Ginger) julienne  

-Hari mirch (Green chilies) 

Method;

1. Add yogurt (½ Cup) and cream( 2 tbs)  to a pot, whisk it well and set aside.

2. Add water (½ Cup), and garlic paste (1 tbs) and mix it well in a wok
3.   3)  Add turmeric powder (¼ tsp) to the same wok, and bring it to a boil

.  4) Add mutton mix boti ( ½ kg), tomatoes  ( chopped 2 medium), and salt (½ tsp or to taste)  in 

the same wok in which you just add turmeric powder and now mix well all this.

5)     During the first 8-10 minutes of cooking, cover and cook over medium-low flame for 15-20 minutes, then cook over high flame for 15-20 minutes.

6)      For 5 minutes, add cooking oil, mix continuously, and cook.

7)      Then add red chili powder and mix well.

8)      Cook until oil separates, then add the garam masala powder and mix well.

9)      On low flame, add yogurt+cream mixture, mix continuously, and cook for 3-4 minutes.

10)       Add green chillies, fresh coriander, and ginger, mix, and cook on low flame until oil separates.

  11)    Garnish with fresh coriander, ginger, and green chilli & serve.

Some  Tips;

1. You can use a pressure cooker to make it quicker.
2. If you are using lamb instead of mutton, then you have less cooking otherwise it will be a little dry which is not as flavorful as it should be.
3. If you are using lamb then first cook it in a pressure cook for 30 minutes then use it in a place of mutton, the taste will be amazing and you will love it.
4. Pro tip uses all the ingredients fresh like all the veggies and mutton.

Make it a fancy dinner;

Here are the some tips for making it a more fancy meal especially when guests are coming to your home then you must try this. Some serving tips

1. Eat it with garam naans  (freshly cooked naans).
2. Serve it with green chutney which is made by coriander,  green chillis, and mint. It will make it a good combination.
3. If you are living outside Pakistan then I will recommend you to eat with homemade gol roti .
4. You can also eat it with rice especially biryani (which is not too spicy).
5. If you guys having dawat or a dinner at your place then you must serve it with a desserts like kheer, seviyan and halwa.

All these fancy tips  will make your meal a very special and memorable dinner.

Nutrition facts;

How many calories are in one piece of mutton?

Calories in one place of mutton (one to two boti) contain 258 calories

How many calories in per serving?

Pakistani Mutton Karahi (1 serving) contains 12g total carbs, 10g net carbs, 11g fat, 31g protein, and 266 calories.

How many calories are in mutton curry and rice?

Approximately 548 calories are contained in one pack (400 grams) of Island Delight Mutton Curry with Rice.

Is mutton healthy for weight loss?

Goat meat is highly benefical and a great source of animal protein that’s lower in calories and saturated fat. Goat meat also help with weight loss goals, and it supplies iron and vitamin B12.

Frequently asked questions (FAQS);

Are any specific tools necessary for making this dish?

 A wok or karahi is essential for making this recipe. If you don’t have one, you can still make it, but you’ll need a large skillet to accommodate all of the components. Alternatively, a dutch oven is a suitable substitute for a wok.

Does all spices will make it spicy?

This dish does not possess an intense level of spiciness, yet it does have a strong, savoury flavour that may be different from your customary cooking. If you would prefer for it to have a slight kick, you can enhance the amount of black pepper included in the dish or even add some red pepper chilli flakes mixed in with the other ingredients.

Is necessary to use mutton for this recipe?

It is not necessary to use mutton when cooking karahi; lamb can be used as a substitute. Lamb karahi is preferred by many due to its delicate flavour and delightful flavour.