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4  20 Minutes 1 Hour

Lamb Almond Curry
Submitted by: Jimmy
 This is a great spicy and tasty dish

INGREDIENTS:
  • 1 1/2 pound(s) , Lamb
  • 1/4 cup(s) , Vegetable Oil
  • 1 large , Onion Finely Chopped
  • 6 whole , Cardamom Pods, Just Cracked but not Peeled
  • 1 teaspoon(s) , Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon(s) , Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon(s) , Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon(s) , Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon(s) , Ground Coriander
  • 1 cup(s) , Nut Masala Recipe Follows
  • 2/3 cup(s) , Plain Yogurt
  • 1 can(s) , Tomatoes Chopped

Instructions:
Trim excess fat from lamb; cut into 1.5 inch cubes. Heat oil in a heavy saucepan; add onion. Cook until softened; add cardamom, turmeric, chile powder, cumin, paprika, coriander and masala. Cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes, then stir in yogurt and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add lamb cubes and stir well.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover and cook 40-50 minutes until lamb is tender, and liquid makes a thick sauce, stirring occasionally.
Nut Masala:
A nice modification is to save half of the nuts and add them after the mix has been ground.
o 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
o 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
o 1 teaspoon cardamom seeds
o 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
o 1 teaspoon black pepper corns
o 2 gloves garlic, crushed
o 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
o 2 oz. blanched almonds or unsalted cashew nuts, chopped or sliced
o 1/4 cup boiling water
Heat oil in a heavy skillet, add spices and cook over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, until golden brown, stirring constantly. Add garlic and ginger and cook 2 minutes more, then cool. Put spice mix in a blender or food processor. Add nuts and water; grind to a smooth paste. Cover tightly and keep in a cool place for up to 1 month.

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