Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza

Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza is a great option for a quick and easy Instant Pot dinner on a busy weeknight. Despite its name, this dish is simple to prepare and goes perfectly with naan or chapati, making it well worth a try!

WHAT IS DO PYAAZ?

Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza is a flavorful recipe that's highly coveted in Pakistan and North India, given that its name "Do Pyaaz" literally means "two onions". This recipe originated in Pakistan.

This Pakistani/Indian Main Dish Recipe uses a special two-step process with onions. First, the onions are cooked in oil, and then raw onions are added at the end. This method gives the dish a unique and delicious flavor. Check out other recipes like: Kunna Gosht and Mutton Korma.

CAN DO PYAAZ BE MADE ANY OTHER TYPE OF MEAT?

Yes, This Pakistani/Indian recipe can be made be made with mutton, beef, chicken, or lamb.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS RECIPE?

With Do Pyaza, it's best to serve it with chapati or naan.

INGREDIENTS

• Onion- The two onions are incorporated at separate stages and prepared differently - one is sliced, while the other is cubed.
• Powdered spices- They provide the curry with a distinct flavor and aroma, and they also add color to the dish.
• Whole spices- whole spices gradually release their flavors and aromas, contributing to a rich and complex flavor.

HOW TO MAKE DO PYAZA?

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Quick Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza (Instant Pot)

Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza involves using an Instant Pot and adding two portions of onions at different stages of cooking.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time40 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani

Keyword: do pyaza, mutton curry, mutton do pyaza

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 25kcal

Author: Sarah Mirza

Equipment

• Pressure Cooker

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Ingredients

• ⅓ cup olive oil
• 1 onion sliced
• 1 onion cubbed
• 1 lbs mutton
• 4 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• ½ cup yogurt

Whole Spices

• 1 bay leaf
• 8 black peppercorns
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 4 cloves
• 4 green cardamoms

Powdered Spices

• 2 tbsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp tumeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp salt

Tomato Puree

• 2 tomatoes

Garnish

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Tomato Puree

• In a blender, add tomatoes.
• Blend them together for 1 minute.
• Set aside.

Do Pyaza Curry

• Turn on the Instant Pot on sauté mode.
• Add oil and let it heat up.
• Then add sliced onion and sauté it until translucent.
• Add ginger garlic paste and mix well for 1 minute.
• Next add meat and mix it for 3-4 minutes or until it changes color.
• Add in the whole spices and mix well for 2 minutes.
• Then add yogurt and mix it for 3 minutes.
• Add in the powdered spices, salt, and mix well.
• Next add in the tomato puree and tomato paste.
• Mix well for 4 minutes.
• Seal the lid, pressure it for 15 minutes or until the meat is tender.
• Vent the air and open the lid.
• Select the sauté mode again.
• Add in the cubbed cut onion.
• Mix for 20 seconds.
• Add in the fresh lemon juice.
• Garnish with cilantro.
• Turn the Instant Pot off.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 124IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 9mg