Curried Lamb Delight with Fragrant Spices
🕒 Total Time: Approximately 45-50 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🌟 Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (8 Reviews)
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Curried Lamb, a delightful departure from the usual leg of lamb affair. This recipe transforms affordable lamb cuts into a culinary masterpiece with its simple yet exotic blend of spices. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish marries the tenderness of lamb stew meat with a medley of aromatic spices, creating a symphony of taste that will transport your taste buds to a whole new world.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup cumin
- 3 cardamom pods, crushed
- 2 tablespoons ginger, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound lamb stew meat, cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/8 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cups stock
- 1/4 cup coriander, ground
- 1 cup rice, cooked (for serving)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 428.4
- Fat: 20.9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 164.5mg
- Sodium: 410.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 4.8g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 1.7g
- Protein: 52.8g
Instructions:
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🧅 Soak Onion:
- Place finely chopped onion in water and let it soak until soft, approximately 5 minutes.
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🔥 Saute Onion:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the soaked onion and sauté until golden, about 4 minutes.
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🌿 Infuse Spices:
- Reduce heat to low. Add coriander, cumin, cardamom, ginger, turmeric, garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and ground red pepper (cayenne). Stir for 1 minute.
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🥩 Cook Lamb:
- Add the cubed lamb meat to the skillet. Increase the temperature to medium-high and cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is evenly browned, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
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🍲 Add Stock and Simmer:
- Pour in the stock and add salt. Reduce the temperature to medium, cover, and simmer until the meat is tender, about 20 minutes.
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🍛 Thicken Sauce:
- Uncover and simmer for an additional 20 minutes or until the sauce reaches the desired thickness.
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🥣 Finish with Yogurt and Lemon:
- Stir in the plain yogurt and fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately over cooked rice.
Serve and Enjoy:
Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh coriander or a wedge of lemon for an extra burst of flavor. This Curried Lamb is a true culinary adventure that combines the warmth of traditional spices with the convenience of a quick weeknight meal. Savor the fragrant aroma and rich taste, making every bite a memorable experience. Share this recipe with friends and family, and let the enticing allure of curried lamb become a staple in your kitchen! 🍽🌶✨
