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. ❤️🇦🇪

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