Madrasi Gosht (Chopped Lamb)

Name: Madrasi Gosht (Chopped Lamb)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless lamb; 1 tsp salt; 2 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper; 2 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 10 curry leaves; 1 large onion; 1 tsp fresh ginger; 1.5 cup water; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp coriander

Gently simmered lamb and coriander, warmed with cumin and cayenne, a South Asian dish. It's finished with lemon juice and coriander.

1 hr 5 min · Serves 8 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 5 min · Cook 60 min · 65 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
Place lamb in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt, coriander, cumin, cayenne (if using) and black pepper. Stir to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 1/2 hour.
120 min
2
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cover to avoid splattering. Add onion and ginger and cook until onion is lightly brown.
3
Add lamb and its marinade, and mix with onion. Stir for about 5 minutes. Stir in water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 30 - 45 minutes. Do not stir. Lamb should be tender when pierced with a knife.
4
The sauce should be thick. If needed, increase heat and cook until sauce thickens. Sprinkle with lemon juice and coriander (if using). Stir gently.