Ingredients :

• - 500 grams boneless mutton or goat meat, cut into bite-sized pieces - 10-12 dried red chilies (adjust to your spice preference) - 2-3 tablespoons mustard oil - 2 large onions, finely sliced - 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - Salt to taste - Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Recipe:

1. Prepare the Red Chili Paste:
   • - Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 15-20 minutes. Once softened, remove the seeds if you want to reduce the spiciness. - Grind the soaked red chilies into a smooth paste. You can add a little water to help with the grinding.
2. Marinate the Mutton:
   • - In a bowl, mix the mutton pieces with the red chili paste, ginger-garlic paste, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
1. Heat Mustard Oil:
   • - Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or pressure cooker until it starts to smoke. - Turn off the heat, let the oil cool slightly, and then reheat it. This process removes the raw flavor of the oil.
1. Add Cumin Seeds and Onions:
   • - Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle. - Add the finely sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown
1. Cook the Mutton:
   • - Add the marinated mutton to the pan. Cook on high heat, stirring frequently, until the mutton changes color.
1. Add Spices:
   • - Lower the heat and add coriander powder, turmeric, and additional red chili paste (if you want it spicier). Cook for a few minutes until the spices are well-mixed.
1. Pressure Cook (Optional):
   • - If using a pressure cooker, transfer the contents to the pressure cooker and add enough water to cover the mutton. Cook until the mutton is tender (usually 3-4 whistles). If using a pan, you can continue to cook, covered, on low heat until the mutton is tender.
2. Garnish and Serve:
   • - Once the mutton is tender and the curry has thickened, garnish with fresh coriander leaves. - Serve Laal Maas hot with steamed rice or Indian bread (roti or naan).

Health Benefits:

• - Mutton is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals such as iron and zinc. It's a nutritious option, but the overall health benefits can vary depending on the cooking methods and ingredients used. Laal Maas is a spicy and aromatic dish that is an integral part of Rajasthani cuisine. The use of mustard oil and an abundance of spices gives it a unique and bold flavor. Enjoy it if you have a penchant for spicy dishes.

However, the overall health benefits can vary depending on the specific ingredients used and cooking methods.