Description
Lamb Madras Curry is a vibrant and spicy Indian dish that promises to ignite your taste buds with its bold flavors. This recipe features succulent lamb simmered in a rich sauce made from aromatic spices, tomatoes, and a hint of tamarind, creating a perfect balance of heat and tanginess. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this curry is sure to impress. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb (shoulder or leg, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 medium onions (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-inch piece ginger (grated)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk (optional)
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1–2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garam masala
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together turmeric powder, cumin seeds, ground coriander, chili powder, and garam masala.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until golden brown; then add garlic and ginger for another minute.
- Add lamb pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Stir in the spice mixture.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. If using coconut milk, add it along with tamarind paste.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 70 minutes until the lamb is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg