1: Marinate the mutton with salt, yogurt, red chili powder (cayenne pepper), and turmeric. You can cook it right away or let it marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
2: Heat oil and add whole spices like bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, and whole red chilies. Cook for a minute, then add chopped onions and ginger–garlic paste.
3: Once the onions are translucent, add all the ground spices — cumin, coriander, red chili powder (cayenne), paprika, and garam masala — along with a splash of water. Cook for a few minutes.
4: Add the chopped tomatoes, then cover and cook until everything comes together and the oil separates.
5: Once the spices are cooked, add the marinated meat, along with the special powder mix, a pinch of sugar, and ghee (optional). Cook uncovered over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, then lower the heat, cover, and cook until the meat is tender.
6: When the meat is almost tender, add chopped potatoes and some water to help cook them. Continue cooking until the potatoes are soft.
7: Garnish with green chilies and fried onions. Enjoy with rice or paratha/roti.
