Sorrel Leaves Lamb Curry (gongura Mutton)

Sorrel Leaves Lamb Curry, also known as Gongura Mutton, is a popular dish from the Andhra Cuisine. This tangy and spicy curry is made with tender lamb and the unique flavor of sorrel leaves.

Sorrel Leaves Lamb Curry (gongura Mutton)

Ingredients

  • 500g lamb, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups sorrel leaves (gongura), washed and chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute. Then, add the lamb pieces and cook until they turn brown.
  3. Now, add the tomato puree, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
  4. Add the chopped sorrel leaves and green chilies. Mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes until the sorrel leaves are cooked and the lamb is tender.
  5. Once the curry reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat and serve hot.

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

Large pan Spatula Chopping board Knife

Tools

Stove Blender

Serving suggestions

Sorrel Leaves Lamb Curry is best served with steamed rice or roti.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more green chilies or red chili powder according to your preference.

Cost

$15