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    Home » Main Dish

    Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza

    Apr 29, 2023 by Sarah Mirza · Leave a Comment

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    Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza could be the perfect choice for a quick and hassle-free Instant Pot dinner on a weeknight. It's important to note that the name can be misleading - this dish is not complicated at all and pairs well with naan or chapati, so don't hesitate to try it out.

    Check out Pakistani dinner recipes like: Mutton Masala Curry, Chicken Jalfrezi, Mutton Kalia (Kaliya).

    WHAT IS DO PYAAZ?

    Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza is a dinner recipe that's highly coveted in Pakistan and North India, given that its name "Do Pyaaz" literally means "two onions". This recipe features a two-stage onion addition process, where the onions are first sautéed with oil and then raw onions are added towards the end of cooking. As a result, this technique imparts a distinctive and exceptional flavor that gives the dish its unique character.

    CAN DO PYAAZ BE MADE ANY OTHER TYPE OF MEAT?

    Yes, Do Pyaza can be made be made with mutton (as you know), beef, chicken, or lamb.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS RECIPE?

    With Do Pyaza, it's best to serve it with chapati or naan along with some Raita on the side.

    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?

    Add oil and onion.
    Next add Ginger Garlic Paste
    Now add the whole spices.
    Add meat.
    Then add yogurt.
    powdered spices and salt.
    Tomato paste and tomato sauce.
    Pressure.
    It should look like this.
    Add cubed onion.
    Mix it and it should look like this.
    Garnish with cilantro.

    Let's Make Mutton Do Pyaza!!!

    3 bowls of do pyaza with onion and cilantro on the side.
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    Pakistani-Style Mutton Do Pyaza

    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

    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
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