Coromandel Lamb Curry

Submitted by Brian Holley

"This is a super recipe for those who enjoy a lamb curry. The use of paprika, poppy seeds and coconut milk give it a wonderful aroma and flavour. Simple to cook, give it a go."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 40mins
• Ingredients: 19
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 ounces desiccated coconut
• 8 dried red chilies
• 3 teaspoons paprika
• 1⁄2 inch fresh ginger
• 6 garlic cloves
• 3 teaspoons ground coriander
• 4 peppercorns
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 inches cinnamon sticks
• 6 cloves
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1 teaspoon poppy seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fennel seed
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 2 1⁄2 lbs lamb, cubed
• 3 tomatoes, chopped
• 400 ml coconut milk
• salt

directions

1. In a blender, grind the dessicated coconut with the ginger, chillis, garlic and all of the spices, add a little water to make a paste.
2. Heat the oil and fry the onions till brown.
3. Add the spice mixture and 3 tbsp water and fry for 15 mins over low heat.
4. Add the meat, fry for 5 minutes Add the tomatoes and salt to taste, cook 5 minutes.
5. Add 4 cups water cook covered till lamb is tender. Add the coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes
6. Serve.