Chap Adraki (Chops with Ginger)

Delicious mutton chops with predominating flavour of ginger

Ingredients:

·         Ginger, cut into thin strips – 2 inches

·         Ginger paste – 1 tablespoon

·         Mutton chops – 6 to 8

·         Yogurt – 1 cup

·         Red Chilli Powder - 1 tablespoon

·         Turmeric Powder – ½ tablespoon

·         Salt – To taste

·         Onions, Sliced – 2 (medium)

·         Green Chillies – 2 to 3 (broken into smaller pieces)

·         Oil – 3 to 4 tablespoons

·         Lemon Juice – 1 lemon

·         Garam Masala Powder – 1 teaspoon

·         Fresh Coriander Leaves – 1 tablespoon (Finely chopped)

·         Fresh Mint Sprigs – For garnish

Method:

·         Mix together mutton chops, yogurt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, ginger paste, salt, green chillies and mix well.

·         Set aside to marinate for 1 - 2 hours (the longer, the better)

·         Heat oil in a non-stick pan.

·          Add the onions and fry till onions turn translucent.

·         Add the marinated mutton and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring in between. Add a little water from time to time to avoid scorching. 

·         Add ginger strips, lemon juice, garam masala powder, coriander leaves and mix well. 

·         Transfer into a serving bowl, garnish with mint sprig and serve hot.