Spicy Durban style lamb curry Recipe

Name: Spicy Durban style lamb curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp methi/fenugreek seeds (optional); 2 cinnamon stick pieces the size of your thumb; 1 large onion finely chopped; 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin powder; 4 tsp masala/chilli powder, I've used 6 depending on how spicy you want it. masala is a mixture of ground spices and chilli powder.; 1 large tomato; 3 curry leaves (optional); 4 medium soft cooking potatoes, cut into quarters; 1 salt to season; 1 enough oil to coat the bottom of a pot; 2 tsp ground ginger and garlic paste; 500 grams lamb cut into bite sized pieces

Servings: persons

1/2 tsp methi/fenugreek seeds (optional)
2 cinnamon stick pieces the size of your thumb
1 large onion finely chopped
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin powder
4 tsp masala/chilli powder, I've used 6 depending on how spicy you want it. masala is a mixture of ground spices and chilli powder.
1 large tomato
3 curry leaves (optional)
4 medium soft cooking potatoes, cut into quarters
1 salt to season
1 enough oil to coat the bottom of a pot
2 tsp ground ginger and garlic paste
500 grams lamb cut into bite sized pieces

1
Add cinnamon sticks and curry leaves as well as fenugreek seeds to the pot and heat until it starts to sizzle.
2
Add your onion which has been finely chopped, to the pot and cook until it begins to soften.
3
Add the turmeric powder and stir for a few seconds.
4
Then add in your ground ginger and garlic and stir.
5
Now add your cumin powder and masala.
6
If it is too dry and starts to catch, add a little more oil so that it looks like a paste.
7
Add in your lamb pieces, salt, and stir well to coat.
8
Then add in about one cup of water or enough to just cover the lamb.
9
Add the chopped tomato and potatoes and let it simmer until the meat is cooked and the potatoes are soft.
10
Garnish with dhania (coriander/cilantro)
11
Serve with sambals, and rice /bread/roti

801

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 tsp methi/fenugreek seeds (optional), 2 cinnamon stick pieces the size of your thumb, 1 large onion finely chopped, 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder, and more.

Yes, Spicy Durban style 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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Spicy Durban style lamb curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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