indian lamb masala

Lamb masala, also called mutton masala, is a classic Indian meat dish with a distinct flavor and aroma. The process is simple and easy with exotic Indian spices that make this dish a true success. Whether you eat it with Indian chapati, naan, or plain white rice this dish is to die for.

Slow Cooked Lamb Masala or Mutton Masala Recipe

lbs Lamb

Cooking oil

Onions chopped (1 med, (chopped finely))

tbsp Garlic (minced)

tbsp Ginger (grated)

Tomato paste

Yogurt ((1 cup))

Bay leaves

Cinnamon stick

Lemon juice

Pepper powder

Salt

Coriander leaves

Water

tsp Red chili powder

Cayenne

tbsp Sweet smoked paprika

tsp Turmeric

tbsp Coriander

Cumin powder

tsp Fennel seed powder

tsp Garam masala

Clean lamb, removing any silver skin and excess fat. Using a sharp chef&#039;s knife and sturdy cutting board cut into bite-size cubes and pat dry to remove excess moisture.

Cut onions fairly thin so they cook faster and blend in the sauce.  Grate the ginger. Mince the garlic. Measure all ingredients now so you won&#039;t burn the spices when cooking.

Prepare

Add oil to a heavy-bottom pan or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Saute onions with bay leaves and cinnamon stick for 5 to 7 minutes (see notes above) until cooked and caramelized but not burned.Tip - cook the onions on medium to low heat. You want all the moisture to evaporate and turn a brown caramel color. This is what gives our dish it final deep color.

Then, add the lamb pieces - saute for 3 to 4 minutes.

Next, add the ginger, garlic, followed by the spices along with 1/4 cup water.Tip - the water prevents the spices from burning but, do not add too much or it will not give the aroma

Stir for 3 to 4 minutes on medium-low - until the spices are cooked with a beautiful aroma in the air. (you will smell the fennel powder in the spices).

Add the tomato paste, followed by the yogurt making sure to combine well. Tip - use a whisk to ensure you have no lump in the yogurt or the curry will be grainy.

Finally, season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice and water.

Saute

Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Then, lower the heat to a simmer and cook on low for 1 to 1 1/2  hours stirring occasionally. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water if necessary to prevent it from sticking at the bottom. Tip - Depending on the cut of meat you use, it will take between 1 to 2 hours. For example, leg of lamb takes me almost 2 hours, stew meat makes just 1 1/2 hour or less

When cook to fork-tender, adjust gravy by adding a bit more water depending on how you going to serve it. Tip - If you serve it with chapati, naan, or roti - keep it thick. If you serve with rice, add a little water to make a gravy.

Continue on the stovetop

Alternatively, transfer to a slow cooker or crockpot, and cook until the meat is fork-tenderTip- You can cook for 6 to 8 hours on low or for 3 to 4 hours on high. Personally, I like cooking on low so the meat is moist, juicy and fork-tender

Or transfer to a slow cooker

When done, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro or parsley and give it one good stir.

Enjoy!

Serve

Who said tikka masala needs chicken? As far as I am concerned lamb tikka masala is the best meat to use for this modern day classic Indian curry.

Lamb Tikka Masala Curry Recipe

(14 oz) Lamb Loin

(1 Cup) Natural Yoghurt

Garlic Cloves

Tbsp Grated Ginger

Tbsp Kashmiri Chili Powder

Tsp Ground Turmeric

Tsp Ground Coriander

Tsp Ground Cumin

Tsp Amchur

Tsp Ground Fenugreek

Tsp Dried Mint

Tsp Coarse Sea Salt

Tbsp Ghee

(2/3 Cup) Onion

Red Chillies

Curry Leaves

Tsp Ground Cinnamon

Tsp Ground Cloves

Tsp Garam Masala

Tbsp Dried Fenugreek Leaves

milliliters (1 Cup) Tomato Passata

milliliters (1/4 Cup + 1 Tbsp) Water

Tbsp Tomato Puree

Tbsp Sugar

Mint Leaves, I use peppermint (to garnish)

Trim the lamb of all fat and then...

Trim the lamb of all fat and then slice it into slices around 1.5cm thick, then place in a bowl.

Mash the garlic and throw it in with...

Mash the garlic and throw it in with the lamb along with the grated ginger.

Pour in the yoghurt followed by the spices,...

Pour in the yoghurt followed by the spices, herbs and salt for the tikka.

Stir and cover with cling film, then place...

Stir and cover with cling film, then place in the fridge and allow to marinate for between 4 and 24 hours.

If you are using bamboo skewers soak them...

If you are using bamboo skewers soak them for an hour before using them.

Cut the onion for the sauce into a...

Cut the onion for the sauce into a 1cm dice.

Cut the chillies in half lengthways.

Heat a pan over a medium heat and...

Heat a pan over a medium heat and add the ghee.

Throw in the curry leaves, slit chillies and...

Throw in the curry leaves, slit chillies and onion and cook for 10 minutes.

Pour in the tomato passata and tomato puree...

Pour in the tomato passata and tomato puree then stir to combine.

Add the ground cinnamon, cloves, garam masala, fenugreek...

Add the ground cinnamon, cloves, garam masala, fenugreek leaves, sugar, salt and water.

Simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes.

Thread the lamb on to the skewers and...

Thread the lamb on to the skewers and then place under a fiercely hot grill or broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.

Scrape any remaining marinade into the sauce and...

Scrape any remaining marinade into the sauce and stir to combine.

Transfer the sauce to a blender and blitz...

Transfer the sauce to a blender and blitz until smooth.

Pass the sauce through a fine mesh sieve...

Pass the sauce through a fine mesh sieve (optional) and back into a pan.

Add the yoghurt for the masala sauce and...

Add the yoghurt for the masala sauce and stir.

Slide the lamb off the skewers and into...

Slide the lamb off the skewers and into the sauce, stir and serve.

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