Indian Goat Curry

This Indian goat curry cooked in the Instant Pot® is made with baby goat meat which is common in India, but you can also make it with lamb.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 466 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• salt to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 whole cloves
• 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• 1 (1 inch) piece minced fresh ginger root
• 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
• 3 medium onions, thinly sliced
• 2 green chile peppers, minced
• 3 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided
• 3 medium potatoes, halved
• 3 pods cardamom
• freshly chopped cilantro
• 0.75 teaspoon chili powder
• 3.5 pounds baby goat meat, cut into small cubes
• 2.25 cups water, divided, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Wash goat meat well under cold running water and pat dry. Rub in salt and 1 teaspoon turmeric powder. Set aside for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil and add sugar, allowing it to caramelize. Saute potatoes in the caramelized sugar until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove potatoes and set aside.

Step 3

Stir in cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Add sliced onion, chile peppers, garlic, and ginger. Cook until onions are soft and golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, remaining 2 teaspoons turmeric powder, and chili powder; cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes. Add goat meat, stirring to blend everything. Add enough water to cover the meat, about 2 cups.

Step 4

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Taste curry and adjust seasoning with salt and sugar to taste if necessary.

Step 6

Check the goat to make sure it is tender. Add the potatoes and about 1/4 cup more water. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 7

Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Adjust seasoning once more. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro.