Lamb with Spinach

"An earthy dish from the Punjab region of India. Serve with basmati rice."
 
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Ready In:
2hrs
Ingredients:
20
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Soak the lamb in warm water for 15 minutes to lighten the colour.
  • Put the ginger, garlic and green chilli in a blender and puree.
  • Whisk in the yogurt and the 1/4 tsp cumin powder.
  • Marinate the lamb in this mixture for at least an hour and longer if possible.
  • Meanwhile, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 10 seconds.
  • Drain and puree.
  • Heat the oil in a deep, heavy saucepan with the cinnamon, bay leaf, cardamom and cloves.
  • When the oil is really hot and the cinnamon leaf starts to fry, add the onions.
  • Fry for 15 minutes over a low to medium heat.
  • Add the coriander powder and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Stir constantly.
  • Add the 1/2 tsp cumin powder and add a bit of water after 10 seconds.
  • Allow the spices to cook.
  • Add the meat and its marinade.
  • Stir well and cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes, until the yogurt is absorbed.
  • Saute the meat for 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  • Add the tomatoes and tomato paste and cook for a couple minutes.
  • Add 1-1/4 cups hot water and 3/4 tsp of the salt.
  • Turn the heat to low, cover and leave to simmer until the meat is nearly done.
  • Add the spinach, adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.
  • Mix well.
  • Cook for 5 more minutes, uncovered.
  • Sprinkle with a bit of nutmeg and place on a knob of butter just before serving, if you like.

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