Authentic Maharashtrian Kholapuri Tambra Rassa with Warm Bhakri
Experience the fiery warmth of authentic Kolhapuri cuisine with this deeply spiced red mutton broth. Served alongside rustic millet flatbreads, it delivers an unforgettable explosion of bold local flavors.
75min
Total Time
4
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Marinate the mutton with a pinch of turmeric, salt, and ginger-garlic paste for 20 minutes.
2
Pressure cook the mutton with two cups of water until tender and fully cooked.
3
Dry roast the grated coconut, sliced onions, dry chillies, and whole spices separately until deep golden brown.
4
Grind the roasted coconut, onions, and spices into a very smooth paste using minimal water.
5
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan, add the ground masala paste, and sauté well until oil separates from the edges.
6
Stir in the Kolhapuri masala and cook for another minute.
7
Pour in the cooked mutton along with its stock, adjusting consistency to form a thin, fiery red gravy.
8
Simmer on medium heat for 10-15 minutes so the flavors meld thoroughly.
9
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve piping hot with freshly made Jowar Bhakris.
Ingredients
500g mutton pieces with bone
2 cups freshly grated coconut
3 large onions, finely sliced
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
4-5 dried Kolhapuri or Byadgi chillies
2 tbsp Kolhapuri masala
1 tsp coriander seeds
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
4-5 whole black peppercorns
2 cloves and 1 small cinnamon stick
3 tbsp oil or traditional ghati masala fat
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
4 warm Jowar Bhakris for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.