Flavorful Tasty Lamb Curry: A Cozy Taste of North India
Indulge in the rich and aromatic experience of Flavorful Tasty Lamb Curry, a dish that embodies the essence of North Indian cuisine. Featuring tender lamb simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce enriched with vibrant spices, this curry brings warmth and comfort to your table. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, each bite is a celebration of tradition and flavor that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lamb shoulder or leg, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil for cooking
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the lamb: Mix lamb pieces with yogurt, turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, garlic, and ginger. Let marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Prepare the base: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds until fragrant. Sauté onions until golden brown.
- 3. Add tomatoes: Stir in diced tomatoes and coriander powder. Cook until tomatoes form a thick paste (around five minutes).
- 4. Combine with lamb: Add marinated lamb to the pot and cook on medium-high for about ten minutes until lightly browned.
- 5. Simmer: Pour in coconut milk and enough water for desired consistency. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for one hour until lamb is tender.
- 6. Serve hot over basmati rice or with naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg