Savory Spiced Chopped Mutton

1Heat the cooking oil (3 tablespoons) in a large pot over medium heat.

2Add the finely chopped onions (2 large) and sauté until they turn golden brown.

3Stir in the minced garlic (4 cloves), grated ginger (1 inch), and slit green chilies, (2) cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

4Add the chopped mutton (2 lbs) to the pot and brown the pieces on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

5In a bowl, mix the yogurt (1 cup) with cumin powder (2 teaspoons), coriander powder (2 teaspoons), turmeric powder (1 teaspoon), red chili powder (1 teaspoon), and salt. Add this mixture to the pot, stirring well to coat the mutton (2 lbs) evenly.

6Pour in the water (1 cup), bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the mutton (2 lbs) is tender and cooked through.

7Once the mutton (2 lbs) is tender, stir in the garam masala (1 teaspoon), lemon juice (2 tablespoons), and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

8Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes uncovered to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.