Awadhi Mutton Korma
An authentic non-vegetarian recipe from Uttar Pradesh, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
The Story Behind the Dish
Awadhi Mutton Korma is a treasured non-vegetarian dish from Uttar Pradesh, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.
DRAFT — pending editorial verification. Awadhi korma reflects the dum-cooking traditions of the Lucknow royal kitchens, where slow heat and fried-onion gravies define the style.
Ingredients
0/6Cooking Instructions
Marinate the mutton in yogurt, ginger-garlic paste and salt for 30 minutes.
Heat ghee in a heavy pot and add whole cardamom until fragrant.
Add the marinated mutton and sear on high heat until lightly browned.
Stir in the fried onion paste and cook on low heat, adding a little water as needed.
Cover and slow-cook (dum) until the mutton is tender and the gravy thickens.
Finish with a pinch of garam masala and rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Cook
75 mins
Serves
4 servings
Level
Hard
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