Lamb with Green Chillies

An intensely flavoured lamb curry made with a smooth spice marinade, whole green chillies, and sour tamarind paste.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 637.1 kcals 2548.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 11.1 grams 44.5 grams
Fat 49.1 grams 196.2 grams
Protein 35.6 grams 142.4 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
2
tsp
Liquids
500
ml
Meat
800
g
Lamb Shoulder
Cut into small cubes
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Turmeric
Ground
1
tsp
1
tbsp
1
tsp
Salt
To taste
3
clove
Garlic
Large cloves
0.75
tsp
2
handful
Coriander
Chopped leaves and stalks
OilsFats
Vegetables
1
tbsp
Ginger
Peeled and roughly chopped
1
piece
Onion
Medium, chopped
2
piece
Tomato
Medium, chopped
5
piece
Green Chillies
Fat and short, slit with seeds removed

Steps

  • Blend all marinade ingredients except the lamb in a food processor until smooth.
  • Coat the lamb in the marinade and rest in a bowl for several hours or overnight.
  • Heat 30ml of oil in a large pan and fry nigella and cumin seeds for 30 seconds.
  • Add marinated lamb and cook over medium heat for 12-14 minutes while stirring.
  • Pour in 500ml of water, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 35-40 minutes.
  • Fry chillies in remaining oil for 2 minutes and add them to the curry halfway through simmering.
  • Stir in tamarind paste and coriander before serving with rice or naan.