Description
A delightful and creamy Indian curry with tender lamb and a rich blend of spices.
Ingredients
- Lamb, cut into pieces (shoulder or leg)
- Yogurt
- Coconut milk
- Onion, finely chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Ginger, grated
- Ground cumin
- Ground coriander
- Garam masala
- Turmeric
- Salt and pepper
- Cooking oil
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until aromatic.
- Add the lamb pieces to the pot, browning them on all sides.
- Mix in the ground spices: cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric. Stir well to coat the lamb.
- Pour in the yogurt and coconut milk. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 90 minutes, until the lamb is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For creaminess, use full-fat yogurt and coconut milk. Serve with basmati rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg