Aatu Kari Kuzhambu (chettinad Mutton Curry)

Aatu Kari Kuzhambu, also known as Chettinad Mutton Curry, is a traditional South Indian dish from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu. This spicy and flavorful curry is made with tender mutton pieces cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy that is perfect to be enjoyed with steamed rice or roti.

Aatu Kari Kuzhambu (chettinad Mutton Curry)

Ingredients

  • 500g mutton, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup finely chopped onions
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup Chettinad masala powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown.
  2. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  3. Now, add the mutton pieces and sauté until they are well browned.
  4. Stir in the tomato puree, Chettinad masala powder, turmeric powder, green chilies, and curry leaves. Cook for a few minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and add salt to taste. Mix well and bring the curry to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cover the pan and let the mutton cook in the flavorful gravy for about 45-50 minutes, or until tender.
  7. Once the mutton is cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed pan Spatula Cover/lid for the pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Aatu Kari Kuzhambu pairs well with steamed rice, biryani, or roti.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the spiciness of the curry by adding more or fewer green chilies according to your preference.

Cost

$20