Celebrate Holi with these amazing mutton recipes!

Debjanir Rannaghar

Bengalis adore a delicious mutton lunch on Doljatra, also known as Holi. With that in mind, here are some popular mutton recipes to consider this Holi. These recipes include both Bengali classics and dishes from other cuisines, giving you plenty of options!

Holi Special Gorgore Mangsho

Joggi Barir Mangsho is a rich and quintessential Bengali mutton curry, traditionally prepared by professional cooks (Rannar Thakur) for celebratory meals. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, its unique flavor is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

This distinctive Bengali dish, also called Runny Mutton Curry, uses minimal spices and lean baby goat meat. Prepared without any added fat, it's a lighter but equally flavorful option.

Kochi Pathar Jhol

Kosha Mangsho aka Mutton Kosha

A famous Bengali mutton curry where the mutton is slow-cooked with spices for hours, resulting in a rich and flavorful dish.

Mutton Biryani

Perfect Mutton Biryani Recipe! Do I need to say more?

This family recipe, passed down from in-laws, combines mutton with potato pieces and a special spice mix, creating a truly delightful meal.

Aloo Gosht

Bhoger Mangsho aka Niramish Mangsho

Bhoger Mangsho is a famous mutton dish loved in Bengali households. What makes it special is that it's made without any onion or garlic.

Mutton Korma

Mutton Korma can be made quickly in a pressure cooker! With 20 ingredients and just an hour, you can create this easy-to-cook dish that's a little different from the usual Delhi-style Mutton Korma.

Moving to Durban, South Africa, you'll find their iconic Durban lamb curry. This fragrant and flavorful dish has become a local favorite, captivating the taste buds of locals and visitors alike.

Durban lamb curry

Rajasthani Laal Maas

Rajasthani Laal Maas is a fiery and flavorful mutton curry from Rajasthan. Its vibrant red gravy is packed with spices, yogurt, and a special chili called mathania chili.

Gota Roshun Diye Mangsho is a delicate Bengali mutton curry featuring whole garlic cloves.

Gota Roshun Diye Mangsho

This Bengali-style Mutton Curry, made in a pressure cooker, is perfect for beginners. Known as Aloo diye Mangshor Jhol, it’s packed with flavor and incredibly satisfying.

Mangshor Jhol / Pressure Cooker Mutton Curry