Kerala Style Stew
Gently simmered lamb, serrano chilies and carrots, warmed with ginger and turmeric, a Malabar stew. Finish with cilantro.
1 hr 30 min · Serves 4 · Medium
Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 25 min · Cook 65 min · 90 min total
- medium
- 1
Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Season meat with salt and pepper. Working in 2 batches and adding remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil between batches, add meat and sear, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer meat to a plate.
- 2
Stir in garlic, chiles, and ginger and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add 1 teaspoons pepper and turmeric; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and reserved meat; bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of pot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender, about 45 minutes.
- 3
Add carrots, potatoes, and onions. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, 15–20 minutes. Stir in coconut milk.
- 4
Divide among bowls. Garnish with cilantro.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.

