Lamb Stew with Black Mustard Seeds Recipe

Name: Lamb Stew with Black Mustard Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 fresh jalapeno chilies; 15 fresh hot red cherry peppers or eight 4-inch-long fresh red chilies; a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled; 3/4 pound small shallots (about 20), halved; 12 garlic cloves; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1 1/2 teaspoons black mustard seeds; 1/4 cup corn or safflower oil; 2 pounds trimmed boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 1/2 cups water; 3 tablespoons distilled vinegar, or to taste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; Garnish: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander sprigs; steamed rice; Mango Chutney; vegetable such asCurried Squash

Servings: persons

2 fresh jalapeno chilies
15 fresh hot red cherry peppers or eight 4-inch-long fresh red chilies
a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled
3/4 pound small shallots (about 20), halved
12 garlic cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
1/4 cup corn or safflower oil
2 pounds trimmed boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons distilled vinegar, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
Garnish: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander sprigs
steamed rice
Mango Chutney
vegetable such asCurried Squash

1
Wearing rubber gloves, seed and devein jalapenos and about half of cherry peppers or red chilies for a moderately hot dish.
2
Cut gingerroot into 4 pieces.
3
To a food processor with motor running add jalapenos, cherry peppers or red chilies, and remaining seasoning paste ingredients, 1 at a time through feed tube, and puree to a paste.
4
Heat a 5-quart heavy kettle over moderately low heat until hot.
5
Add oil and heat until hot but not smoking.
6
Cook seasoning paste, stirring frequently, until dry and very fragrant, about 25 minutes.
7
Add lamb and cook over moderate heat, stirring, 10 minutes.
8
Add water and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, 45 minutes, or until lamb is tender.
9
Add vinegar, salt, and sugar and cook stew, uncovered, stirring, until sauce is thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
10
Garnish stew with coriander and serve with rice, chutney, and squash.

1268

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 fresh jalapeno chilies, 15 fresh hot red cherry peppers or eight 4-inch-long fresh red chilies, a 1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled, 3/4 pound small shallots (about 20), halved, and more.

Yes, Lamb Stew with Black Mustard Seeds falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Lamb Stew with Black Mustard Seeds

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