Mutton Kala Masala

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Yatra: A culinary journey across India

By Rohit Ghai

Published 2025

  • About

Mutton kala masala is inspired by Maharashtrian goda (or kala) masala. This is a famous spice mix made of charred whole spices, which is what gives it its dark brown, almost black colour. I few years ago I made a whole chicken dish with kala masala that was a super hit with my restaurant guests. This mutton version is very traditional.