Cape Malay Lamb Curry Recipe

Name: Cape Malay Lamb Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 50 ml cooking oil; 150 grams large onion, chopped; 2 cardomon pods; 2 whole cloves; 500 grams lamb cubes, thick rib & shin; 150 grams large ripe tomato; 5 ml masala (teaspoon); 5 ml chopped cumin, ground as alternative; 2 ml chopped coriander; 2 ml salt; 5 ml chopped garlic; 3 ml chopped fresh ginger; 1 chopped fresh red chilli; 250 ml lamb stock; 400 grams peeled baby potatoes; 1 tsp tumeric; 1 tsp chopped fennel

Servings: persons

50 ml cooking oil
150 grams large onion, chopped
2 cardomon pods
2 whole cloves
500 grams lamb cubes, thick rib & shin
150 grams large ripe tomato
5 ml masala (teaspoon)
5 ml chopped cumin, ground as alternative
2 ml chopped coriander
2 ml salt
5 ml chopped garlic
3 ml chopped fresh ginger
1 chopped fresh red chilli
250 ml lamb stock
400 grams peeled baby potatoes
1 tsp tumeric
1 tsp chopped fennel

1
Heat the cooking oil in a heavy based saucepan,
2
Fry the onion, cardamon and cloves until the onion is translucent (clear).
3
Remove from saucepan.
4
Fry the meat cubes till brown then add the fried onion and chopped tomato with the rest of the spices,
5
Add half of the lamb stock and simmer gently on a low heat for a good 30 minutes.
6
Add the baby potatoes and the rest of the stock as needed.
7
Simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
8
Serve with desired rice i.e.
9
Jasmine or Basmati rice.
10
I would sugest a cucumber sambal or a raita and roti bread to accompany the meal.

588

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* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 50 ml cooking oil, 150 grams large onion, chopped, 2 cardomon pods, 2 whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Cape Malay 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cape Malay Lamb Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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