Two Great Easy Lamb Curry Recipes | Indian Masala

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and still creamy.

lamb

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is a more affordable protein option.

Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves; cook for 1-2 minutes to release aromas.

Add lamb pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in yogurt and stir until well combined, cooking for 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle turmeric and chili powder over the mixture and stir to incorporate.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 1.5-2 hours until lamb is tender.

Add ground almonds for thickness and stir well.

Season with salt to taste and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Serve hot with naan or rice.

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