Mutton Varuval (Malaysian Indian-Style Goat Curry)

Mutton Varuval (Malaysian Indian-Style Goat Curry)
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Malaysia with this intensely flavorful Mutton Varuval. A celebration of aromatic spices and tender goat, simmered to perfection in a rich, tantalizing curry.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    71 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    949 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Season the goat meat with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, and black pepper. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

02

Step

Place the quartered red onions in a blender and grind into a smooth paste. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

03

Step

Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, star anise, and cardamom pods; cook until aromatic (about 30 seconds). Add the fennel seeds and cloves; cook and stir for another 30 seconds. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of curry leaves; stir in the onion paste. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook and stir the curry mixture for 5 minutes; add the ginger-garlic paste and continue cooking until the flavors meld (about 10 minutes).

04

Step

Stir the diced tomato into the curry mixture. Cook and stir until the tomato is mushy (about 4 minutes). Add the seasoned goat meat; cook until browned (6 to 10 minutes). Transfer the goat curry to a slow cooker; cook on High until the meat is tender (2 to 3 hours).

05

Step

Heat 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, garam masala, curry powder, and paprika until aromatic (about 1 minute). Add a few cups of the curry from the slow cooker; heat until the oil rises to the top. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of curry leaves and cilantro; cook until the gravy thickens (3 to 5 minutes). Pour back into the slow cooker and blend well.

For a deeper, richer flavor, marinate the goat meat overnight in the spice mixture before cooking.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can simmer the curry in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preference for spiciness.
Serve with basmati rice, naan bread, or roti for a complete and satisfying meal.

Hank Gulgowski

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Joey Weissnat

    Absolutely delicious! The aroma filled my kitchen, and the taste was incredible. Will definitely make this again.

  • Clair Predovic

    I've tried many curry recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were clear, and the result was restaurant-quality.

  • Eugene Macgyver

    The goat was so tender, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. My family loved it!

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