Rogan Josh With Fennel Recipe

Name: Rogan Josh With Fennel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon mustard oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 teaspoon nigella seeds; 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, for masala; 2 teaspoons kashmiri chili powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 ½ teaspoons coriander seeds; 6 green cardamom seeds; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon star ground aniseed; 1 teaspoon tamarind paste; 6 fresh garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated; 1 ½ cups water; 1 kg lamb or 1 kg goat meat, cubed; 250 g sweet potatoes; 250 g white pearl onions; 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; ½ cup Urad Dal (white lentils) or ½ cup red lentil; 1 small fresh fennel bulb

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon mustard oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, for masala
2 teaspoons kashmiri chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 ½ teaspoons coriander seeds
6 green cardamom seeds
½ teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon star ground aniseed
1 teaspoon tamarind paste
6 fresh garlic cloves
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
1 ½ cups water
1 kg lamb or 1 kg goat meat, cubed
250 g sweet potatoes
250 g white pearl onions
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup Urad Dal (white lentils) or ½ cup red lentil
1 small fresh fennel bulb

1
Put mustard and nigella seed with half oil in pan to season (masala).
2
Grind other seeds, spices, garlic ginger and oil in mortar and pestle to make a paste.
3
Add to mustard.
4
Fry lightly.
5
Add meat and water.
6
Cook slowly for about 1 hour.
7
Add can crushed tomato, dahl or lentils and vegetables leaving fennel for now.
8
Simmer covered until almost cooked, stirring occasionally Add Fennel sliced in strips, add more water if necessary.
9
Uncover and let sauce thicken Serve with Basmati Rice.

1083

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Protein

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon mustard oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 teaspoon nigella seeds, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds, for masala, 2 teaspoons kashmiri chili powder, and more.

Yes, Rogan Josh With Fennel 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rogan Josh With Fennel

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Variations & substitutions

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