1. In a pan, dry roast all the spices for the masala paste (all ingredients except poppy seeds and coconut).
2. Once it turns aromatic, add the poppy seeds and coconut. saute lightly until dry and the color just starts to change.
3. Cool down the mixture and grind it to a paste, adding water as required.
4. Add this paste to the mutton and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Heat oil in a pan and add stone flower, curry leaves, shallots, and onions.
6. Once it turns translucent, add ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, and tomato. saute for 3 minutes.
7. Add the marinated mutton and rock salt. saute for 2 minutes.
8. Add water and pressure cook for 25 minutes. reduce the heat to medium after the first whistle.
9. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
Tips:
You can also cook it in a pot for 35-45 minutes, or until the meat is completely cooked and tender. cook it covered and stir occasionally.