Palak Gosht Recipe (Mutton with Spinach)
Palak gosht is a comforting Pakistani curry of tender meat in a spinach gravy. It is green, mildly spiced and full of flavour, and it goes with roti or plain rice.
Cooking the spinach briefly keeps the colour bright, and the meat is first cooked until nearly tender so everything finishes at the same time.
Why you will like this version
- A vivid green gravy that does not turn brown.
- Lighter than most meat curries.
- Pressure cooker timing included.
What is palak gosht?
Palak means spinach and gosht means meat. The curry is common in Punjab and across Pakistan, made with mutton, beef or chicken.
Ingredients that matter
- Fresh spinach: use baby or regular. Frozen spinach works in a pinch.
- Bone-in mutton: gives the gravy flavour.
- Ginger and garlic: the main aromatics.
Tips for the best palak gosht
- Blanch the spinach for 2 minutes, then cool in ice water to keep the colour.
- Add the spinach puree only after the meat is nearly tender.
- Do not cover the pot while the spinach simmers.
Palak Gosht Recipe (Mutton with Spinach)
Palak Gosht Recipe (Mutton with Spinach)
Pakistani palak gosht: tender meat in a vivid green, lightly spiced spinach gravy with ginger and garlic.
Ingredients
Method
- Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes, then move to ice water. Blend with the green chilies into a smooth puree.
- Heat the oil and fry the onions until golden, about 12 minutes.
- Add the mutton and ginger garlic paste. Cook on high heat for 8 to 10 minutes until browned.
- Add the tomatoes, chili powder, coriander, turmeric and salt. Cook 10 minutes until the oil separates.
- Add the hot water, cover and cook on low for 45 to 60 minutes until nearly tender. In a pressure cooker, cook 25 to 30 minutes.
- Add the spinach puree. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the garam masala. Serve with roti or rice.
Notes
Add a spoon of ghee on top before serving for extra richness.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen spinach?
Yes. Thaw and squeeze it dry. Use about 400 g.
Why did my spinach turn brown?
It was overcooked or covered while simmering. Blanch, shock in ice water and simmer uncovered for just 10 minutes.
Can I make it with chicken?
Yes. Add the spinach puree after 15 minutes of cooking the chicken.
