Have you ever heard of mati handi mutton? If not, you are missing out on one of the most delicious and authentic dishes from Odisha, India.
Mati Handi Mutton is a mutton curry cooked in a clay pot over a low flame, which gives it a rich and aromatic flavor that is hard to resist. It is a traditional dish that has been passed down for generations and is a must-try for any mutton lover.
Mati handi mutton is different from other mutton dishes because of the way it is cooked and the spices it uses. The clay pot, or mati handi, is an earthenware vessel that retains heat and moisture, and enhances the taste and texture of the meat. The mutton is marinated with yogurt, ginger, garlic, turmeric, and salt, and then cooked with onions, tomatoes, potatoes, and garam masala, a blend of spices that includes cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaves. The cooking process takes about an hour, and the result is a tender and juicy mutton that melts in your mouth.
When I first tasted mati handi mutton, I was amazed by the taste. It was served with steaming hot rice, and I could not get enough of it. It was spicy, tangy, and savory, and had a distinct flavor that I had never experienced before. I was so impressed by the dish and we tried many times to prepare it at home. Due to some health issues, I am not eating red meat, so nowadays, we are not preparing at home. That's why, I took all these photographs from the tweet by Saumya Parida.
It is not very difficult to make, as long as you have the right ingredients and a clay pot. You can also use a pressure cooker or a slow cooker, but the clay pot gives it a special touch.
If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy mutton, I highly recommend you to try mati handi mutton. It is a dish that will make you fall in love with Odia cuisine and will leave you wanting more.
You can find the recipe and the video of the dish on my blog, and I would love to hear your feedback. Please leave a comment below, and let me know how you liked it. And don’t forget to subscribe to my blog, and follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, for more delicious recipes and food stories. Happy cooking!
N.B.: The image on the social banner is taken from the Odisha Tourism website and other photographs are taken from Saumya Parida.
Very nice 👍🙂
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