Mutton Achari
Pickled Lamb/Goat Curry
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Pakistani dishes.
What it is
A rich and tangy curry made with tender mutton (lamb or goat) cooked in a blend of traditional pickling spices like nigella seeds, fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, and fennel seeds, along with ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and green chilies. Often finished with a touch of yogurt.
Key ingredients
Mutton (lamb/goat), ghee/oil, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, green chilies, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, achari spice blend (nigella, fenugreek, mustard, fennel seeds), yogurt, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Request no sugar, which is sometimes used to balance the tang.
Watch out for
Excess onions and tomatoes in the gravy, hidden sugar in restaurant preparations, thickening agents (rare but possible).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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