Harshita Sinha

Restaurant-Style Chap Masala – At Home In 30 Minutes!

500g mutton chap, 2 tbsp yogurt, 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, spices (chili, turmeric, garam masala, salt), and garnish with lemon, coriander & green chilies.

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Ingredients

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Mix chap with yogurt, spices, salt & ginger-garlic paste. Marinate for 1–2 hours (overnight is best!).

Marinate The Chap

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Cook Until Tender

Pressure cook the marinated chap with 1 cup water for 3–4 whistles or until soft.

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Once tender, dry the water. Sear chap on high flame until it starts browning and sizzling.

Dry Roast The Chap

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Add Final Masala

Sprinkle garam masala and squeeze fresh lemon juice. Mix well to coat every piece in rich flavor.

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Garnish & Plate

Top with sliced onions, green chilies, and coriander. Serve hot with naan or paratha.

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Conclusion

For extra flavor, smoke with coal; try chicken chap or boneless mutton as tasty variations!

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