Keto Traditional Mutton Pulao

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Keto Traditional Mutton Pulao, a low-carb take on the classic dish that’s perfect for satisfying your pulao cravings without breaking your diet. Tender, bone-in mutton is slow-cooked to perfection with fragrant whole spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and bay leaf, creating a deeply flavorful base. Instead of traditional rice, grated cauliflower is lightly stir-fried and combined with the spiced mutton to keep this dish keto-friendly while maintaining the authentic taste and texture of pulao. Garnished with fresh cilantro and mint, this wholesome one-pot dish is an ideal choice for those seeking a flavorful, nutritious, and low-carb dinner. Perfect for keto dieters and food lovers alike, this recipe celebrates the comforting essence of traditional mutton pulao in a guilt-free, health-conscious way.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Mutton (ideally bone-in, for flavor)
• 400 grams Cauliflower (grated into rice-sized pieces)
• 3 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Tomato (finely chopped)
• 2 teaspoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 3 pieces Green chilies (slit)
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 4 pieces Cloves
• 3 pieces Green cardamom pods
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 cups Warm water (for cooking mutton)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker over medium heat.

Step 2

Add cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaf, and cumin seeds. Sauté until the spices release their aroma, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the mutton pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Mix in chopped tomato, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the spices coat the mutton, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in 2 cups of warm water. Cover and cook the mutton until tender. This takes about 45 minutes on medium-low heat, or 20 minutes if using a pressure cooker. Adjust water as needed during cooking.

Step 8

In a separate pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee. Add the grated cauliflower and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until it's slightly tender but not mushy. Set aside.

Step 9

Once the mutton is cooked and the liquid has reduced to a thick gravy, add the stir-fried cauliflower rice into the pot.

Step 10

Gently mix everything together. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld and the cauliflower rice to absorb the spices.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and let the pulao rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped cilantro and mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1744.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2120.7

Total Fat 162.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 594.1mg	0%
Sodium 2898.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 113.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360.5mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3645.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.3%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 10.5%