Every Non-veg lover has a special place for mutton in their heart. This juicy, tender and succulent meat is an excellent option for preparing wholesome meals for both lunch and dinner. Apart from being very delicious, they are also loaded with protein. Some popular mutton dishes in India are rogan josh, Rajasthani laal maas, pasanda, kosha mangsho, nalli nihari and mutton korma.
Packed with rich texture, mutton is mostly served for meals on special occasions. But there are many ways to incorporate them into our snack menu as well. This meat can be easily transformed into some extremely yummy appetisers that will steal the limelight of any party or function. The best example for mutton snack is the varieties of kebabs.
Here are six easy mutton snacks you can prepare at home:
Mutton 65
Chicken 65 is a go-to dish for every meat lover, but have you ever tried mutton 65? This is a classic Hyderabadi delight which is prepared by marinating mutton in a blend of masalas like chilli powder, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala and more. This delicious starter is served with slit green chillies and lemon.
Shami Kebab
This is a classic mutton snack that is loved all over the country. Made with sauteed lamb, egg, chickpeas and hot spices like garam masala, black pepper, cinnamon and bay leaves, shami kebab is juicy and tender. It goes well with coriander, mint or any other green chutney.
Peshawari Chapli
Made with minced mutton and plenty of spices, this snack is best served with green chutney. It is an ideal dish to enjoy in get-togethers, kitty parties or any other celebrations. To prepare Peshawari chapli, mince mutton with salt, pepper, coriander seeds, tomatoes and chopped onions. Then shape the mixture into patties and deep fry (or grill) in oil.
Mutton Fry
This is a simple yet delicious snack which belongs to the land of Andhra Pradesh. Made with boneless pieces of mutton cooked in a host of spices, it is also enjoyed as a side dish with rice or roti. It is traditionally hot and spicy in taste, but you can improvise its flavour according to your preference.
Mutton Sukka
Also known as mutton roast, this is another delight from Andhra Pradesh every mutton lover must try. It is easy to prepare and tastes super delicious. This mutton snack is seasoned with coconut, curd, curry leaves and plenty of spices like coriander seeds, cinnamon, cardamoms, cumin seeds, fennel seeds and dried red chillies.
Mutton Cutlets
Cutlets are a common snack cum appetiser in India. Prepared in plenty of ways, it has both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions. Mutton cutlets are a simple, delicious and hassle-free snack that goes well with mint chutney or tomato ketchup. Made from minced meat combined with a flavourful spices, it is perfect for all kinds of celebrations.