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New Zealand Lamb Curry

Cultural Context

New Zealand Lamb Curry reflects the country's agricultural heritage, showcasing the high-quality lamb raised in its lush pastures. This dish marries traditional Indian spices with local ingredients, creating a unique fusion that highlights New Zealand's culinary diversity. Today, it is a popular comfort food enjoyed at family gatherings and is often adapted with various vegetables and spice levels to suit personal tastes.

New ZealandNZmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lb New Zealand lamb shoulder
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 medium onions
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup lamb stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup peanuts
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken is lower in fat and beef is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while evaporated milk is more affordable.

1

Crush garlic and remove the skin using a flat knife and palm tap.

2

Grate fresh ginger using a teaspoon to minimize waste.

3

Cut boneless lamb shoulder into chunky pieces, leaving the fat on for flavor.

4

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan until hot.

5

Brown the lamb pieces in batches, adding more olive oil if necessary.

6

Add crushed garlic and chunky chopped onions to the pan; sauté for about 4 minutes.

7

Stir in cinnamon, garam masala, cumin, and chili powder; cook for 3 minutes.

8

Mix lamb stock with hot water to create a concentrate and add to the pan.

9

Add ginger and tomato paste, cooking for a couple of minutes.

10

Return browned lamb to the pan, season with salt, and add peanuts.

11

Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven or slow cooker.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

panknifeteaspoongraterovenslow cooker

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Kiwi Lamb Curry

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