Slow Cooker Lamb (Or Chicken) Korma Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Lamb (Or Chicken) Korma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1/2 cup ground almonds; 4 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 1/2 lbs lamb or 1 1/2 lbs chicken, diced; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 100 g creamed coconut; 1 1/4 cups water; 4 cardamom pods, split; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1 pinch ground cloves; 2 teaspoons fine sugar; salt and pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Servings: persons

2 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/2 cup ground almonds
4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 1/2 lbs lamb or 1 1/2 lbs chicken, diced
1 large onion, finely chopped
100 g creamed coconut
1 1/4 cups water
4 cardamom pods, split
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch ground cloves
2 teaspoons fine sugar
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1
Mash the garlic with the ginger and almonds, then mix with 4 tbsp of the water to form a paste.
2
Heat the oil in a large frying pan, addd the meat in batches and fry until browned all over. Transfer the meat to the crock pot with a draining spoon.
3
Add the onion to the pan and fry, stirring, for 2-3 minutes until turning golden. Add to crock pot.
4
Add creamed coconut and water to the pan. Stir the creamed coconut until almost melted, then add the spices and the almond paste and bring to a boil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour into the crock pot, stir, cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours until the meat is really tender.
5
Stir in the garam masala, taste and re-season if necessary. Garnish with wedges of lemon and torn coriander leaves and serve with pilau rice and a green salad or other vegetable curry.

636

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large garlic cloves, crushed, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 1/2 cup ground almonds, 4 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Lamb (Or Chicken) Korma 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!

Slow Cooker Lamb (Or Chicken) Korma

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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