A Simplified Lamb Curry Recipe

Name: A Simplified Lamb Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 small onion or fat shallot, chopped; 1/4 large bell pepper, red or green, diced; 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped; 68 approximately 3/4-inch chunks leftover roast lamb cut close to the bone, where meat is rarest; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1 1/22 tablespoons good Madras curry powder; Salt; Fresh lemon juice to taste; 3/41 cup braising liquid (any leftover pan juice, or chicken, lamb, or veal broth); 1 tablespoon shredded unsweetened coconut (optional); 1/2 small tart apple, peeled, seeded, and cut in slim wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion or fat shallot, chopped
1/4 large bell pepper, red or green, diced
1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped
68 approximately 3/4-inch chunks leftover roast lamb cut close to the bone, where meat is rarest
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 1/22 tablespoons good Madras curry powder
Salt
Fresh lemon juice to taste
3/41 cup braising liquid (any leftover pan juice, or chicken, lamb, or veal broth)
1 tablespoon shredded unsweetened coconut (optional)
1/2 small tart apple, peeled, seeded, and cut in slim wedges (optional)

1
Heat the oil in a small pan, and saute the onion, pepper, and garlic gently for about 8 minutes, until softened.
2
Add the lamb chunks, fennel seeds, and curry powder.
3
Salt lightly, squeeze several drops of lemon juice over, and pour on the braising liquid.
4
Cover, and cook at a lively simmer for 10 minutes, checking to make sure your liquid isnt reducing too rapidly; if it is, add more braising liquid or water.
5
If you are using the coconut and the apple slices, toss them into the pan for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
6
Taste and correct seasoning, adding more salt and lemon juice as you see fit.
7
The sauce should now be thick and coating the meat.
8
Serve with rice or an Indian bread, and a Cucumber Raita (page 163).
9
If you havent got unsweetened coconut on hand or really tart apples, use instead a small handful of raisins, in which case you may want to increase the lemon juice.

5080

kcal

Calories

361

Fat

Carbs

427

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 small onion or fat shallot, chopped, 1/4 large bell pepper, red or green, diced, 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, A Simplified Lamb Curry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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A Simplified Lamb Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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