Hearty Lamb Curry 🍛🐑
This rich and aromatic lamb curry is packed with bold spices and tender meat, making it a comforting and flavourful dish. Perfect with naan or basmati rice!
Ingredients:
For the Curry:
🛢️ Vegetable Oil: 3 tbsp
🧅 Onions: 2 large, finely chopped
🧄 Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
🧅 Ginger: 1-inch piece, grated
🥄 Ground Coriander: 1 tsp
🌶️ Ground Cumin: 1 tsp
🌿 Turmeric Powder: 1/2 tsp
🌶️ Chilli Powder: 1 tsp (adjust to taste)
🌱 Garam Masala: 1 tsp
🍅 Tinned Chopped Tomatoes: 400g
🐑 Lamb: 500g, cubed
🧂 Salt: To taste
💧 Water: 250ml
🌿 Fresh Coriander: For garnish
Method:
1. Sauté the Base:
🔥 Heat the Oil:
In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden and caramelised.
🧄 Add Garlic and Ginger:
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the Spices:
🌿 Toast the Spices:
Add ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, chilli powder, and garam masala. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to release their aroma.
🍅 Add Tomatoes:
Pour in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens and darkens in colour.
3. Cook the Lamb:
🐑 Brown the Lamb:
Add the lamb cubes and stir until they’re coated in the spice mixture. Cook for 5 minutes to seal in the flavours.
💧 Simmer:
Pour in the water, season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender and the sauce thickens.
4. Garnish and Serve:
🌱 Garnish:
Sprinkle with fresh coriander before serving. Pair with steamed rice or warm naan bread.
Tips:
For extra richness, stir in a spoonful of plain yoghurt or cream just before serving.
For a deeper flavour, marinate the lamb in yoghurt, garlic, and spices for a few hours before cooking.
Serving Information:
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍴 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: ~350 per serving
This warming lamb curry is sure to become a family favourite with its tender meat and fragrant spices! 😋🐑