Lamb Rogan Josh

Method

1. 1
   • leg of lamb800 g
   • vegetable oil4 tbsp

   Brown the lamb — Brown the lamb in the oil in batches over high heat for 10 minutes, then set aside.

   ⏱10 min
2. 2
   • onion2
   • garlic6
   • fresh ginger30 g
   • ground cardamom4 tsp
   • ground cloves4 tsp
   • ground cinnamon1 tsp
   • bay leaf2
   • ground cumin2 tsp
   • ground coriander2 tsp
   • smoked paprika2 tsp
   • chilli powder1 tsp

   Build the spiced onion base — Cook the onion for 8 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and bay and fry 2 minutes. Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, and chilli powder.

   ⏱10 min
3. 3
   • leg of lamb800 g
   • plain yogurt200 g
   • canned tomatoes400 g
   • water3 dl

   Add yogurt and tomatoes — Return the lamb, stir in the yogurt a spoon at a time, then add the tomatoes and water.

4. 4
   • leg of lamb800 g
   • garam masala2 tsp
   • saltto taste
   • fresh cilantro3 tbsp

   Simmer until tender — Cover and simmer gently for 80 minutes until the lamb is fork-tender and the sauce is deep red. Stir in the garam masala, season with salt, and finish with cilantro.

   ⏱1 hr 20 min