How long does Mutton Thala Kari take?

40 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Mutton Thala Kari serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Mutton Thala Kari spicy?

It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Mutton Thala Kari?

800 grams Mutton Head, 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste, 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder, 3/4 cup Small Onion (Shallots), 10 Dry Red Chilli, 2 tbsp Oil, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Mutton Thala Kari?

Yes, this one is cooked under pressure.

How many calories are in Mutton Thala Kari?

About 447 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Mutton Thala Kari

Name: Mutton Thala Kari
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Tamil Nadu
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Oil; 3/4 cup Small Onion (Shallots); 10 Dry Red Chilli, Deseeded; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 800 grams Mutton Head; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1½ tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder; 1½ cup Water; 2 sprigs Curry leaves; 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped

40 min
mild
Serves 4

Prep 10 min · Cook 30 min

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4 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as thalakari · Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & Gravies Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam Low carb High protein Gluten-free Dairy-free

Mutton thala kari, a Tamil Nadu mutton head curry pressure-cooked with shallots and dry red chillies. Mild, serves 4, 40 minutes, step-by-step video.

High protein

You’ll need: Pressure Cooker

Good for: Bakrid, Party

Ingredients

11 items

4 people

Oil2 tbsp
Small Onion (Shallots)3/4 cup
Dry Red Chilli, Deseeded10
Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Mutton Head800 grams
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Salt1½ tsp
Garam Masala Powder1/2 tsp
Water1½ cup
Curry leaves2 sprigs
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped1 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	447kcal	1788kcal
Protein	36g	145g
Carbohydrate	12g	46g
Fat	29g	117g
Fibre	4.7g	19g
Sugar	3.2g	13g

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Method

1
In a pressure cooker, pour oil and add the shallots and dry red chillis, saute until they turn translucent
OilSmall Onion (Shallots)
2
Add the ginger garlic paste and saute until the raw flavour disappears
Dry Red ChilliGinger Garlic Paste
3
Add the meat, turmeric powder, salt and garam masala. Cook the mutton along with some water for 15-16 whistles on a moderate flame
Mutton HeadTurmeric PowderSaltGaram Masala PowderWater
4
Finish with curry leaves and coriander leaves
Curry leavesCoriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Mutton Thala Kari take?: 40 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Mutton Thala Kari serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Mutton Thala Kari vegetarian?: No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Mutton Thala Kari spicy?: It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Mutton Thala Kari?: 800 grams Mutton Head, 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste, 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder, 3/4 cup Small Onion (Shallots), 10 Dry Red Chilli, 2 tbsp Oil, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Mutton Thala Kari?: Yes, this one is cooked under pressure.
How many calories are in Mutton Thala Kari?: About 447 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.