Lamb Dhansak

A mild, sweet, and rich Indian curry made with lamb, lentils, and spices, baked until tender.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 602.5 kcals 3615 kcals
Carbohydrates 26.4 grams 158.4 grams
Fat 39.2 grams 235.1 grams
Protein 37.1 grams 222.4 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

GrainsCereals
1
unit
Boiled Rice
To serve
LegumesPulses
Liquids
200
ml
Meat
1000
g
Lamb
Shoulder or leg, diced
NutsSeeds
4
clove
Garlic
Peeled
10
pod
Green Cardamom
Seeds removed and ground
1.5
tbsp
0.5
tbsp
1
unit
Salt
To taste
1
unit
Pepper
To taste
OilsFats
Other
3
tbsp
Vegetables
2
piece
Onion
Chopped
25
g
Ginger
Fresh root, peeled
2
piece
Red Chilli
Seeds removed, chopped
400
g

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C.
  • Heat 30ml of oil in a frying pan and brown the lamb in batches.
  • Remove lamb and fry chopped onions for 5 minutes until soft.
  • Blend ginger, garlic, and chilli in a food processor until fine.
  • Grind cardamom seeds and add to the pan with remaining spices and the garlic mixture.
  • Add remaining ingredients and lamb, then simmer covered in the oven for 90 to 120 minutes.
  • Season to taste and serve with rice.