7 Indian Mutton Recipes You Must Try

By Aanchal Mathur

From the Lal Maas of Rajasthan to Galouti Kebabs of Lucknow, here are some of the most popular mutton preparations from India that you must try.

Rajasthani Laal Maas

A favourite of those who love all things spicy, Laal Maas is a fiery meat curry from Rajasthan, that comes loaded with red chillies. This isn’t for the faint-hearted.

Saag Gosht

Saag Gosht, also known as lamb and spinach curry, is a traditional supper of Haryana. A combination of spinach with lamb meat, this dish is packed with nutrition.

Kosha Mangsho

A traditional Bengali mutton curry, Kosha Mangsho literally translates to mutton curry, and combines aromatic, rich spices, juicy mutton pieces together. Perfect for a lazy weekend lunch.  

Nalli Nihari

A stew-based dish, made by slow cooking meat along with the bone barrow, Nalli Nihari paired with Khameeri Roti makes for one of the most loved traditional breakfasts of Old Delhi.  

Galouti Kebab

A highlight from the coveted Awadhi cuisine, Galouti literally translates to 'soft', and these kebabs are made with finely minced mutton and shallow fried in desi ghee. Tender and juicy!

Kerala Mutton Stew

This one is a comforting one from South India. After all, nothing beats relishing a bowl full of wholesome mutton stew teamed with fluffy appams on a breezy monsoon evening.

Goan Mutton Curry

Made with fresh goat meat that consists the flavor of coconut milk, curd and rich spices, this is one of the tastiest Goan delicacies.