Lamb Chettinad Recipe
Make Lamb Chettinad Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Lamb Chettinad Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chettinad Masala
In a dry skillet, lightly roast the Chettinad masala ingredients until fragrant, then grind to a fine powder.
- 2
Sauté the Aromatics
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and chopped onions. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
- 3
Add Lamb and Spices
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the lamb pieces, turmeric powder, and the prepared Chettinad masala powder. Cook until the lamb is browned on all sides.
- 4
Cook the Lamb
Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, and water to the pot. Mix well, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes, or until the lamb is tender.
- 5
Finish with Coconut
Stir in the grated coconut and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Adjust salt as needed.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot with rice or Indian bread of your choice.
