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Lamb Pasanda

Tender lamb pieces simmered in a creamy, mildly spiced yogurt sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, green chili, and lime wedges. Served with warm naan bread.

Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
35g
Lamb Pasanda
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb lamb
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 1 whole lime

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut lamb into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in oil until golden.

  3. 3

    Add lamb and brown on all sides for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in cumin, coriander, and garam masala; cook for 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat, add yogurt gradually, and simmer until lamb is tender, about 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced green chili, and lime wedges.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with warm naan bread.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet or pot
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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