Mutton Kori Rotti

Mutton Kori Rotti is a traditional dish from the Mangalurean Catholic Cuisine, known for its rich and flavorful taste. This dish is a perfect blend of tender mutton cooked in a spicy coconut-based gravy, served with crispy rice rotti.

Mutton Kori Rotti

Ingredients

  • 500g mutton, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated coconut
  • 4-5 dried red chilies
  • 1-inch ginger, chopped
  • 4-5 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1-inch cinnamon stick
  • 4-5 cloves
  • 2-3 cardamom pods
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 6-8 rice rottis

Instructions

  1. In a blender, grind the grated coconut, dried red chilies, ginger, and garlic to a fine paste with some water.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot and add the cumin seeds, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add the ground coconut paste and cook for a few minutes.
  5. Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
  7. Add the mutton pieces and mix well to coat with the masala.
  8. Pour in enough water to cover the mutton and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 45-50 minutes or until the mutton is tender.
  9. Serve the Mutton Kori Rotti hot with crispy rice rottis.

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
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Blender Serving bowls

Tools

Knife Cutting board Cooking spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestion: Mutton Kori Rotti pairs well with a side of cucumber and onion salad.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding or reducing the number of dried red chilies according to your preference.

Cost

$20