Enjoy the rich and aromatic flavors of Haleem, a traditional slow-cooked stew that perfectly blends tender mutton, nutritious lentils, and an array of delicious spices.
150gramsred onionfinely chopped (approximately 1 large onion)
10black peppercorns
10allspice berriesKebab Chini
1-2teaspoonscaraway seedsShahi Jeera
3green chiliesslit and de-seeded
1handful cilantro leaveschopped
1handful mint leaveschopped
Saltto taste
For Final Cooking and Garnish:
20gFried onionsBirista
1teaspoonBlack pepper powderto taste
1teaspoonGaram masala powder
1tablespoonGheeas needed
For Garnish:
Fried onions
Fresh mint leaves
Fried cashews
Wedges of lime
Instructions
Marinate the Mutton:
In a large mixing bowl, combine mutton, salt, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, black pepper powder, garam masala powder, ginger garlic paste, yogurt, and lime juice. Let marinate for 2 hours.
Prepare the Lentils:
In a separate bowl, mix together broken wheat, barley, chana dal, moong dal, masoor dal, urad dal, almonds, and cashews. Rinse under cold water using a fine sieve, then soak in 1 liter of water for 1 hour.
Cook the Mutton:
In an Instant Pot or pressure cooker, melt ghee over medium heat. Add caraway seeds, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and allspice. Sauté red onions until softened.
Add the marinated mutton and sear. Add mint leaves, cilantro, green chilies and 1 cup of water. Cover and pressure cook on high for 45 minutes.
Cook the Lentils:
Drain the lentils and transfer to a pot. Season with salt and add water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Blend until smooth using a stick blender or food processor.
Combine and Final Cooking:
Skim the fat from the mutton and reserve. Remove the mutton pieces, discard any bones and cinnamon sticks.
Combine the blended lentils with the cooking liquid from the mutton. Add fried onions, mint leaves, cilantro, black pepper powder, garam masala powder, and ghee. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, mashing to achieve a thick texture.
Serve:
Serve the haleem topped with reserved fat, fried onions, mint leaves, fried cashews, and a wedge of lime.