Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2.25 pound

lamb meat

cubed

4 tsp

olive oil

divided

1 unit

brown onion

chopped

1 unit

red potato

peeled and cubed

0.5 cup

curry powder

0.5 cup

water

0.33 cup

coconut milk

0.33 cup

canned chickpeas

drained

Step 1
~5 min

Drizzle lamb with 2 teaspoons olive oil and stir to coat.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook and stir onion until softened (10-15 minutes).

Step 4
~5 min

Remove saucepan from heat and add potato to onion.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook and stir lamb in small batches until browned (about 5 minutes per batch).

Step 7
~5 min

Transfer browned lamb to the onion mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Stir curry powder into the lamb-onion mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

Cook over medium heat for 1 minute.

Step 10
~5 min

Add water to the lamb-onion mixture and bring to a boil.

Step 11
~5 min

Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer until lamb is cooked through and potatoes are tender (about 45 minutes).

Step 12
~5 min

Mix coconut milk and chickpeas into the lamb-onion mixture.

Step 13
~5 min

Simmer until heated through (about 5 minutes).

Step 14
~5 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Serve with naan bread or rice.

Adjust the amount of curry powder to suit your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with basmati rice and naan bread.

Add a side of raita (yogurt sauce) to cool the palate.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber raita
Mango chutney
Samosas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Asia

Cultural Significance

A popular dish served during celebrations and festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Diwali
Eid

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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