Masala Chops with Fried Rice

Marinated lamb chops seared and oven-roasted, served alongside spiced basmati fried rice and a fresh herb chutney.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1240.2 kcals 2480.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 132.7 grams 265.4 grams
Fat 69.1 grams 138.2 grams
Protein 39.3 grams 78.5 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
0.25
tsp
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon Juice
from half a lemon
GrainsCereals
Liquids
100
ml
Meat
2
piece
NutsSeeds
2
tsp
Coriander
ground
2
tsp
Cumin
ground
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
1
clove
Garlic
crushed
1
tsp
Salt
to taste
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
5
piece
1
tbsp
Coriander
ground
1
tsp
Cumin
ground
0.25
tsp
0.25
tsp
1
clove
Garlic
crushed
1
bunch
Coriander
fresh
1
sprig
Mint
fresh, leaves only
1
clove
Garlic
whole
OilsFats
2
tbsp
3
tbsp
Sunflower Oil
for mixture
Vegetables
1
piece
Ginger
thumb-sized root, finely chopped
1
piece
Green Chilli
finely chopped
1
piece
Onion
medium, chopped
30
g
Peas
frozen
1
piece

Steps

  • Combine coriander, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, garlic, ginger, chilli powder, chopped chilli, and salt in a bowl.
  • Rub the spice mixture into the lamb chops and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Wash the rice several times until the water runs clear.
  • Heat oil and ghee in a lidded pan, then fry cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.
  • Add chopped onion and fry until golden brown.
  • Stir in the spices and garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Add peas, rice, 100ml water, and salt.
  • Cover and cook the rice for 15 minutes.
  • Sear the lamb in a frying pan for a few minutes.
  • Roast the lamb in the oven for 10 minutes.
  • Blend coriander, mint, garlic, lemon juice, chilli, sugar, and oil in a food processor.
  • Serve the lamb chops with the herb mixture and fried rice.