Description
Looking for a flavorful dinner idea? Try making Lamb Madras Curry at home for a delicious meal in no time!
Ingredients
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- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1–2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 medium onions (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1– inch piece ginger (grated)
- 2 lbs lamb (shoulder or leg, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 can (14 oz diced tomatoes)
- 1 cup coconut milk (optional for a creamier curry)
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste (or juice of half a lime as a substitute)
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Lime wedges
- Plain yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Trim any excess fat from the lamb and cut it into even pieces.
- Step 2: Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- Step 3: Heat a large pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Toast for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Step 4: Add ground coriander, chili powder, and turmeric, stirring for another minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 5: Heat vegetable oil in the same pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown (8-10 minutes).
- Step 6: Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 7: Add the toasted spices to the pan and mix well with the aromatics.
- Step 8: Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and oil separates from the masala base.
- Step 9: Add the lamb to the pan, stirring to coat the pieces in the spice mixture.
- Step 10: Pour in enough water or stock to cover the lamb and bring to a boil.
- Step 11: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the lamb is tender.
- Step 12: Stir in tamarind paste and coconut milk (if using) in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Step 13: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, chili powder, or lime juice.
- Step 14: Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and a dollop of yogurt for a cooling contrast. Sonnet 4 : 5
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg