My Mutton Karahi recipe will ensure you never reach for a boxed masala again. Feasting on Karahi allows me to reminisce and experience, again, eating Karahi on Pakistan's bustling highways. Don’t get intimidated, because I got you!
"Tried this recipe of mutton Karahi today and I must say it was spot on. The masala, dry roasted spices and stock add such a depth of flavor. Definitely a very delicious recipe. Thank you so much we loved it."
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Sadaf
Authentic Pakistani Mutton/Goat Karahi (Karahi Gosht) is goat (mutton) meat wrapped around a tomato-based curry, However, you should allow the seasonings and spices to mix and comes together in order to bring an authentic flavor to your table. This is one of the authentic, delicious Pakistani main dish recipes wherein it's difficult for me to truly capture its vibrant flavors in words alone.
This Pakistani Mutton Karahi is my go-to recipe. For the past 10 years of my marriage, it has been a staple at every dinner party I’ve hosted. No gathering feels complete without this delicious mutton recipe on the menu!
This is the #1 recipe on the blog, and I’m hoping my Chicken Karahi recipe will be just as popular! I can't even begin to describe how delicious and mouthwatering it is—you have to try it yourself to believe it! This Pakistani recipe is here to steal your heart and your tastebuds.
TO INCULDE THE ONION OR NOT?
Traditionally, it's made without any onion. However, my version includes onion but you have to finely chop the onion so it doesn’t interfere with the taste of the karahi.
WILL THIS KARAHI REMIND ME OF PAKISTAN?
This Karahi recipe takes me back to Pakistan, both emotionally and through its flavors. Its rich taste has become a beloved part of our cuisine, and I truly hope it becomes a favorite of yours too.
TIME IN THE INSTANT POT!
It takes about 12 min for the mutton to cook in the Instant pot. It should be about 95% done in the IP then finished on the stovetop.
MASALA YOU'LL NEED!!!
Let's Make Homemade Karahi Masala: In a fry pan, on medium heat, lightly dry roast dried long red peppers, coriander seeds, black peppercorn, cumin seeds. Cool it down for 5 minutes and crush them in a mortar & pestle or spice grinder, then mix powder spices set aside.
HOW TO COOK MUTTON KARAHI?
- This Karahi recipe isn’t too spicy, but it’s packed with flavor. You can enhance the taste by adding a bit more black peppercorns and dried long red peppers to the masala. If you want to increase the heat, simply add more red chili powder to kick up the spice level.
- Pressure Cooker can easily be substituted for the Instant Pot.
- The tomatoes will cook for 5-7 minutes until they are in a form like this image shown below. If you miss this step the taste of your dish will lack a lot.
WHAT TO SERVE KARAHI WITH?
- Naan/Roti- Traditionally Karahi is served with naan, but naan is personally too heavy for me so I prefer Homemade chapati/roti.
- Rice- There are some people who eat karahi with fluffy Basmati rice. They are usually from South India.
WHAT TO PAIR KARAHI WITH?
On a casual weeknight, Karahi is a star itself. However, when hosting a Dawat (party) I personally like to pair Mutton Biryani, Butter Chicken, and Achari Keema.
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Let's Make Karahi Gosht!!!
Authentic Pakistani Mutton/Goat Karahi (Karahi Gosht)
Ingredients
Karahi Masala Mixture
Instant Pot
- 1 lbs mutton (goat) bakray ka gosht
- ¼ cup olive oil tal
- 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste adrak lesun ka paste
- ½ cup water water
- 2 tbsp karahi masala mixture that you made
Karahi
- 3 tbsp ginger garlic paste adrak lesun ka paste
- ⅓ cup olive oil tal
- 2 serrano peppers (slit) hari mirch
- ½ onion (roughly chopped) pyaz
- 4 tomatoes (finely chopped) tamatar
- 3 tbsp tomato paste tamatar ka paste
- 2 tsp coriander powder peesa huw danya
- a pinch garam masala garam masala
- ½ bunch cilantro danya
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice taza lemo ka rus
- 2 black cardamoms kali elachi
- 2 green cardamom pods hari elachi
- 1 cinnamon stick dal chini
- cilantro (to garnish) taza danya
- ginger (to garnish, julienne) adark
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (to garnish) taza lemo ka rus
Instructions
Karahi Masala
- First, make the karahi masala. See our 5-minute homemade karahi masala recipe for step-by-step instructions.
Instant Pot
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode.
- Now add olive oil, let it heat up.
- Add ginger garlic paste, sauté it for about 30 seconds.
- Next add the mutton and mix it together for 2 minutes.
- Now add 2 tbsp of my Homemade Karahi Masala that you made earlier and give it a good mix.
- Now add water and give it a good mix.
- Cook for 5 minutes (remember you're cooking in sauté mode right now).
- Put Pressure for about 12 minutes by clicking the pressure cooker setting so your meat will be 95% done.
- Let it vent after it's done.
- Turn the Instant Pot off and set aside.
Karahi
- In a wok, on medium heat, add oil, and add in the slit seranno peppers, black cardamom, green cardamon pods, cinnamon stick and sauté it for 2 minute (it will sizzle).
- Next add the onion, sauté it until they get translucent (make sure they don't turn brown)
- Add 3 tbsp ginger garlic paste and mix it for 30 seconds.
- Add 4 finely chopped tomatoes, and mix well for 5 minutes.
- Turn the stove on low when doing the next time.
- Add 3 tbsp tomato paste, 3 tbsp karahi masala, 1 tbsp lemon juice, garam masala powder, ½ bunch cilantro, and coriander powder . Mix everything well.
- Now turn the stove on medium heat.
- Add the meat and the stock from the Instant Pot.
- Let it cook for 5 minutes.
- Mix well and cover it and turn your stove on low for 7 minutes or until the oil separates.
- Garnish with ginger and cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lemon on top. (your karahi should be red, if it's brown then look over the recipe, and find out what you did wrong.)
- Optional Step- Add ¼-⅓ of water if you want at this point if you want the consistency of the gravy to be more runnier, (remember this step is completely optional.)
- Serve it hot with naan.
Rani says
The most authentic finger licking recipe
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much
Henna says
Love this recipe!
Sarah Mirza says
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Zunaira says
This is such an amazing recipe! Just like the traditional kinds from back home!
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much 🙂
Bushra says
The best karahi out there! It was delicious!
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much! 🙂
Anjum Amanali says
Really tasty recipe. Thank you! How much of the stock do you add in step 13? I think I added too much, as it took while to cook down
Sarah Mirza says
Only 1/4 cup should be remaining let me write 1/4 cup in the recipe for making it simple for everyone. Thank you so much for trying my recipe. <3
Sarah Mirza says
Feel free to ask any questions:)
Sadaf says
Tried this recipe of mutton Karahi today and I must say it was spot on. The masala, dry roasted spices and stock add such a depth of flavour . Definitely a very delicious recipe. Thank you so much we loved it ❤️❤️❤️
Sarah Mirza says
thank you so much <3
Nancy Oswald says
This was too good!!! Do you guys have a recipe for Chicken Tikka
Sarah Mirza says
will post that recipe soon. thank you so much for your feedback
Areeba says
My SIL told me about this recipe. I made it. It was a hit.
Sarah Mirza says
OMG! thank you so much! :*
Huda says
The best
Sarah Mirza says
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Asma says
This is absolutely delicious 😍
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much 😊
Priscilla says
30 years ago, I was introduced to goat meat by my friend's Aunt who had immigrated to the US from Pakistan, and I fell in love with goat meat. I've never been able to replicate what I ate that day (and I've tried many times) until I found your recipe. Thank you so much. It was absolutely delicious.
Sarah Mirza says
We are honored! Thank you so much for your feedback! <3
Chizari says
This was very good.
My picky husband not only gave me a 👍🏻 and said to keep this recipe.
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much means a lot! <3
Chizari says
This was very good.
My picky husband not only gave me a 👍🏻 and said to keep this recipe. I will definitely make this again.
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much means a lot. <3
Khadija says
You must try this recipe!!! It’s just way too good!!!! Amazing!!! I’m gonna try other recipes now 🙂
Thanks a lot for the wonderful recipe.
Sarah Mirza says
Thank you so much I really appreciate your feedback!
can't wait to hear more feedback on other recipes now! 🙂