Bhuna Gosht/Roasted Meat

     Bhuna Gosht is a flavorful Indian dish made with tender pieces of meat that are slow-cooked with aromatic spices and onions until they are well-browned and the flavors are deeply infused. Here's a basic recipe for making Bhuna Gosht with lamb or goat meat. You can adjust the ingredients and spices to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients:

For Marination:

1. 500 grams of lamb or goat meat, cut into cubes
2. 1/2 cup yogurt (curd)
3. 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
4. 1 teaspoon red chili powder
5. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
6. 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
7. Salt to taste

For Bhuna Masala (Spice Mix):

1. 2 large onions, finely sliced
2. 2-3 green chilies, slit
3. 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
4. 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
5. 2-3 tomatoes, chopped
6. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee (clarified butter)
7. 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
8. 1 bay leaf
9. 4-5 whole black peppercorns
10. 4-5 cloves
11. 2-3 green cardamom pods
12. 1 cinnamon stick
13. 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
14. 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
15. 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)
16. Salt to taste
17. Chopped cilantro leaves for garnish
18. Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

Marinate the Meat:

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and salt.
2. Add the lamb or goat meat cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Cook the Meat:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or pressure cooker over medium heat.
2. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaf, black peppercorns, cloves, green cardamom pods, and cinnamon sticks. Sauté for a minute until the spices release their aroma.
3. Add the sliced onions and cook until they turn golden brown, stirring frequently.
4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
6. Add the ground coriander, ground cumin, red chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.

Cook the Marinated Meat:

• Add the marinated meat to the pan. Stir well and cook on medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is seared and the moisture has evaporated.

Slow Cooking:

1. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the meat simmer for about 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 3-4 whistles on low heat.
2. The meat should become tender and the masala should coat it beautifully.

Final Touch:

1. Once the meat is cooked, check for seasoning and adjust salt and spice levels if needed.
2. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.
3. Squeeze lemon juice over the Bhuna Gosht just before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
4. Enjoy your homemade Bhuna Gosht, a delicious and aromatic Indian dish!