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Lamb W/ Yoghurt~ Coconut Milk & Almond Masala Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/4 c Ghee
  • 2 ts Salt
  • 6 Whole cloves
  • 3/4 c Boiling water
  • 3 Cloves garlic sliced
  • 4 1 in stick of cinnamon
  • 2 c sliced onions
  • 1 ts Saffron threads
  • 2 ts sliced fresh ginger
  • 1/2 c Cold water
  • 2 c Unflavored yoghurt
  • 2 lb Lamb
  • 1/2 ts Cardamom seeds
  • 1/2 ts Grnd red chili pepper
  • 2 ts Caraway seeds
  • 1/2 c Unsalted almonds
  • 2 c Coconut milk

Directions
  • Step #1 Drop the saffron threads into a small bowl or c, add 1/3 of the boiling water & soak for at least 10 mins.
  • Step #2 Pour the saffron and its soaking liquid into a deep bowl & stir in the the yoghurt, caraway seeds & salt.
  • Step #3 Add the lamb & turn it about with a spoon until all the pieces are evenly coated.
  • Step #4 Marinate the lamb at room temperature for about 30 mins.
  • Step #5 Meanwhile, mix the almonds & the rest of the boiling water in a bowl, & soak for 10 mins.
  • Step #6 Pour the almonds & their soaking water into a mixer and mix until you have a smooth paste.
  • Step #7 Set aside.
  • Step #8 In a heavy casserole, heat the ghee over moderate heat until fairly hot.
  • Step #9 Add the cinnamon, cardamom, stir for a min or so, & cloves, then add the onions, garlic & ginger.
  • Step #10 Lifting & turning them constantly, fry for 7 to 8 mins until the onions are soft & golden brown.
  • Step #11 With a slotted spoon, remove the lamb from the marinade, add the meat to the casserole, & stir over moderate heat until it browns evenly.
  • Step #12 stir in the the marinade & the cold water, then add the almond puree & red pepper & cook for 10 mins stirring every once in awhile.
  • Step #13 Pour in the coconut mild, & let simmer partially covered for 20 mins, bring to a boil, or until the lamb is tender.
  • Step #14 To serve, mound the lamb attractively on a deep heated platter, discard the cinnamon & cloves, & pour the sauce over it.
  • Step #15 --.
  • Enjoy the LAMB W/ YOGHURT~ COCONUT MILK & ALMOND MASALA recipe

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