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Mutton Curry

Kosha Mangsho (Slow-Cooked Spicy Mutton Curry)

A legendary slow-cooked Bengali mutton curry where tender goat meat is richly bhuna with mustard oil, caramelised onions, warming spices, and deep roasted flavours, creating an intensely aromatic dish synonymous with festive Bengali indulgence.

Prep Time

35 Minutes

Servings

5–6 Servings

The Timeless Soul of Bengali Sunday Feasts

Kosha Mangsho is one of Bengal’s most treasured culinary traditions, deeply associated with leisurely Sunday lunches, festive family gatherings, and generations of slow-cooking wisdom. The word “kosha” refers to the patient bhuna technique where mutton is cooked gradually with spices until the gravy darkens, thickens, and develops extraordinary depth.

Across Bengali homes, this iconic curry often marks celebrations, winter afternoons, and special occasions served alongside luchi, rice, or basanti pulao. Its rich mustard oil aroma, caramelised onion base, and intensely spiced character embody Bengal’s love for bold flavours balanced through patience, warmth, and culinary craftsmanship.

Ingredients

Mutton & Base Ingredients

  • 1 kg mutton (goat meat), cleaned and medium-cut
  • 3 onions, finely sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Aromatics & Cooking Fat

  • 2 tbsp mustard oil
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

Spice Blend

  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • Warm water as required for slow cooking

Instructions

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