Lamb Rogan Josh Recipe
Rogan josh consists of braised lamb chunks cooked with a gravy based on browned onions, garlic, ginger and aromatic spices
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
Liquid Ingredients
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lamb
Cut the lamb shoulder into bite-sized chunks and set aside.
- 2
Slice the Onions
Finely slice the onions and set them aside for cooking.
- 3
Mince the Garlic and Grate the Ginger
Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger. Set them aside.
Cooking
- 4
Brown the Onions
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
- 5
- 6
Incorporate Spices
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook the spices with the onion mixture for about 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Brown the Lamb
Add the lamb chunks to the pot and stir well to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the lamb is browned on all sides.
- 8
Add Yogurt and Water
Stir in the plain yogurt and mix well. Then add the water, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 9
Simmer the Curry
Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let the curry simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender.
- 10
Season and Garnish
Once the lamb is tender, season with salt to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
