Dubai Special Mutton Harisa

Name: Mutton Harisa Recipe: Dubai Special Eid Harees
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Ingredients: Mutton – 500 g, preferably bone-in; Broken wheat (Dalia) – 1 cup; Rice – ½ cup; Chana dal – ¼ cup; Onion – 2 mediums, finely sliced; Ginger-garlic paste – 2 tbsp; Green chilies – 2–3; Curd – ½ cup; Red chili powder – 1 tsp; Turmeric powder – ½ tsp; Coriander powder – 1 tsp; Cumin powder – ½ tsp; Garam masala – 1 tsp; Black pepper powder – ½ tsp; Salt – to taste; Ghee – 3–4 tbsp; Water – as required; Crispy fried onions; Fresh coriander; Ghee; Lemon wedges; Black pepper

Ingredients

Mutton – 500 g, preferably bone-in
Broken wheat (Dalia) – 1 cup
Rice – ½ cup
Chana dal – ¼ cup
Onion – 2 mediums, finely sliced
Ginger-garlic paste – 2 tbsp
Green chilies – 2–3
Curd – ½ cup
Red chili powder – 1 tsp
Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
Coriander powder – 1 tsp
Cumin powder – ½ tsp
Garam masala – 1 tsp
Black pepper powder – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Ghee – 3–4 tbsp
Water – as required
For Garnishing:
Crispy fried onions
Fresh coriander
Ghee
Lemon wedges
Black pepper

Difficulty : Medium

Serves : 6

Dubai Special Mutton Harisa is a rich, creamy and flavorful dish made with tender mutton, broken wheat, rice, chana dal and aromatic spices. The ingredients are slow-cooked until perfectly tender and then blended into a smooth, hearty and delicious consistency. Topped with crispy fried onions, fresh coriander, ghee and lemon, this comforting dish is perfect for Eid, Ramadan, family gatherings and special occasions. 🇦🇪❤️ Try this delicious Dubai Special Mutton Harisa at home and enjoy a restaurant-style taste with your family! 😍🍖

Cooking Steps

1
Wash the broken wheat, rice and chana dal well and soak them together for 30–45 minutes.
2
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
3
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté until aromatic
4
Add mutton, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper, garam masala and salt. Cook for 5–7 minutes.
5
Add curd and cook until the masala becomes thick and the ghee starts separating.
6
Add the soaked wheat, rice and chana dal. Pour in enough water and mix well.
7
Cover and pressure cook until the mutton and grains are completely soft, about 6–8 whistles.
8
Release the pressure naturally. Remove the mutton, separate the bones and shred the tender meat.
9
Return the shredded mutton to the cooked mixture. Mash or blend until the harisa becomes smooth, thick and creamy.
10
Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring continuously. Add hot water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
11
Finish with a spoonful of ghee and a little lemon juice.
12
Garnish generously with crispy fried onions, coriander and black pepper.
13
🍽️ Serving
14
Serve this rich and creamy Dubai Special Mutton Harisa piping hot with naan, roti or Arabic bread. ❤️🇦🇪

Frequently Asked Questions

What is mutton harisa?

Harisa (also called harees) is a slow-cooked dish of meat and broken wheat cooked until smooth and porridge-like. It is especially popular in the UAE during Ramadan and Eid.