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🌟 Introduction
Celebrate this Bakri Eid with a regal and rustic dish — Rara Mutton. What sets it apart? It uses both mutton pieces and keema (minced meat), creating a double layer of flavor and texture. Originally from Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, this rich, spicy dish has now earned its place on festive menus across India. Deeply spiced, slow-cooked, and intensely satisfying, this mutton curry pairs beautifully with naan, paratha, or jeera rice.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Non Veg
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Bakri Eid Special
Servings: 4
Cost: 200

Ingredients

For Marination:

  • 500 g bone-in mutton
  • 200 g mutton keema mince
  • ½ cup yogurt curd
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste

For Gravy:

  • 4 tbsp mustard oil/ghee
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1- inch cinnamon stick
  • 3 –4 cloves
  • 2 –3 green cardamoms
  • 1 black cardamom
  • 2 large onions finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup water or mutton stock
  • Chopped coriander for garnish

Instructions

🔸 Step 1: Marinate the Meat

  • Combine mutton pieces and keema with curd, ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric, and salt.
  • Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred).

🔸 Step 2: Sauté the Base

  • Heat mustard oil until smoking point. Reduce heat, add whole spices (bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms).
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Mix in pureed tomatoes, coriander powder, cumin powder, and chili powder.
  • Cook until oil separates and masala turns aromatic.

🔸 Step 3: Add Meat

  • Add the marinated mutton and keema into the masala.
  • Sear for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add water/stock and cover. Cook on low heat for 45–60 minutes, or until meat is tender and gravy is thick.

🔸 Step 4: Finish

  • Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Pair with: Tandoori roti, Butter naan, or Basmati rice
  • Serve with sliced onions, green chutney & lemon wedges

💡 Chef’s Tips

    ✅ Use both meat and mince — that’s the soul of Rara Mutton

      ✅ Slow cooking brings out the richness

        ✅ Add a few kasuri methi leaves at the end for restaurant-style aroma

          ❤️ Why It’s Perfect for Bakri Eid

          • Combines two textures of mutton in one dish
          • Looks and tastes royal — fit for a feast
          • Loved by all age groups and Eid gatherings