Here’s an authentic recipe for Namkeen Gosht, a popular meat dish from Pakistan, particularly in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. The key to this dish is its simplicity, focusing on the rich flavor of the meat .
Ingredients:
• 1 kg mutton (with bones, preferably from the shoulder or leg)
• 4-5 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or cooking oil
• 1 tablespoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 4-5 green chilies (slit)
• 6-8 garlic cloves (whole, slightly crushed)
• 1-inch ginger piece (sliced)
• 1 cup water
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish (optional)
. 2 medium onions
Instructions:
1. Heat the oil.
• In a heavy-bottomed pot or a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
2. Add Mutton:
• Add the mutton pieces to the pot, and cook them for about 10-12 minutes on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. The meat should turn light brown.
3.add ginger and garlic paste and 2 medium sized onions.
4. Season with Salt and Pepper:
• Add salt and black pepper to the pot and mix well with the mutton.
5. Add Water and Cook:
• Pour in the water, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Let the mutton cook .
6. Add Green Chilies and Ginger:
• Once the mutton is tender and the water has reduced, add the slit green chilies and sliced ginger. Increase the heat and cook for another 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the oil to separate.
7. Serve:
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (optional) and serve with lemon wedges for an extra zing.
Serving Suggestions:
Namkeen Gosht is best served hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice, along with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad.
Enjoy your authentic Namkeen Gosht!