Slow-Cooked To Perfection: Kosha Mangsho, A Bengali Delicacy

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Mutton – 500g, Onions – 3 (sliced), Tomatoes – 2 (chopped), Ginger-Garlic Paste – 2 tbsp, Yogurt – ½ cup, Mustard Oil – 4 tbsp, Whole spices, salt, sugar, turmeric, red chili powder.

Marinate The Mutton

Mix mutton with yogurt, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt, then marinate for 1–2 hours.

Temper and Sauté

Heat ghee in a pan. Heat mustard oil till smoky, add bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, sugar for caramelization, then sauté sliced onions till golden brown.

Add Flavor Base

Add ginger-garlic paste , cook till raw smell fades, then add chopped tomatoes and cook till soft and oil separates.

Add Mutton & Cook

Add marinated mutton, cook on medium heat, stirring frequently, and bhuno (slow-fry) for 30–40 minutes.

Slow Simmer

Add hot water as needed, cover and simmer till mutton is tender (1–1.5 hrs), and the rich, thick gravy should cling to the meat.

Serve & Enjoy!

Garnish with green chilies, serve hot with luchi, paratha, or rice, and enjoy this Bengali classic full of depth & flavor.

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