Spicy Lamb Curry | Sri Lankan Style Lamb Curry | How to make Lamb Curry ලෑම්බ් කරිය රසට හදමු

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried curry powder

Bay leaves offer a different flavor profile, while dried curry powder is widely available.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped green chilies and curry leaves; sauté for another minute.

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

Sprinkle in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric, and cinnamon stick; stir to coat the meat.

Pour in diced tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add coconut milk and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low.

Cover and cook for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until lamb is tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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