Lamb Chop Curry – Effortless Cooking, Incredible Taste

Nothing beats the warmth of a slow-cooked curry, where tender lamb melts in your mouth, and bold spices fill the air with a tantalizing aroma. This dish is perfect for a comforting dinner with loved ones.

Traditional Flavours with a Modern Twist

Dive into the perfect harmony of spices and tenderness with this lamb chop curry recipe. Featuring carefully chosen ingredients and a slow-cooking technique, the dish delivers unparalleled flavour that will leave your guests wanting more

Ingredients:

• 1.5kg loin lamb chops
• 125ml cooking oil
• 1 tbsp lamb rub herbs and spices optional
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 2 large onions chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic crushed
• ½ tsp ground find ginger
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• 4 tbsp strong curry powder
• small potates cut in half
• 3 carrots scraped and cut
• 1 small punnet cherry tomatoes
• sal to taste
• 1x 750ml boiling water
• 1x 500ml boiling water

Quick Instructions

1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft and translucent.
2. Create Flavor Base: Add curry powder, ground ginger, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, vinegar, and turmeric. Stir to release aromas.
3. Cook Lamb: Lower heat, add lamb chops, and coat with spices. Add 750 ml boiling water, cover, and simmer until water mostly evaporates.
4. Add Veggies & Simmer: Add 500 ml boiling water, potatoes, carrots, and salt. When potatoes are nearly tender, add cherry tomatoes. Boil, then simmer until meat and veggies are tender.
5. Serve: Pair with white rice, fresh salsa, and chutney.

ENJOY!

Ouma Irene’s Recipe

Hearty Curry Lamb Chops for Family Feasts

Explore the enticing blend of savory lamb, earthy vegetables, and robust curry spices in this heartwarming dish.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 3 hours hrs

Servings: 8

Course: dinner, Lunch

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1,5kg loin lamb chops
• 125ml cooking oil
• 1 tbsp Lamb Rub (Herbs & Spices) optional
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 2 large onions chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic crushed
• ½ tsp ground fine ginger
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• 4 tbsp strong curry powder
• small potatoes cut in half
• 3 carrots scraped and cut
• 1 small punnet cherry tomatoes
• salt to taste
• 1x750ml boiling water
• 1x500ml boiling water

Method

 

Sautéing the Aromatics

1. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté for a few minutes until the onions turn soft and translucent.
   

Creating the Flavour Base

1. Add curry powder, ground ginger, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, vinegar, and turmeric. Stir quickly to combine the spices, ensuring they release their full aroma.

Cooking the Lamb to Perfection

1. Reduce the heat and add the lamb chops. Mix well to coat the meat evenly with the spice mixture before adding the boiling water. Pour in 750 ml of boiling water, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer over medium heat until most of the water evaporates.

Adding Vegetables and Final Simmer

1. Once the initial liquid has reduced, add another 500 ml of boiling water along with the potatoes, carrots, and salt to taste. When the potatoes are almost tender, add the cherry tomatoes. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it cook slowly until the meat and vegetables are tender.

Serving Suggestions

1. Serve this delicious lamb curry with white rice, fresh salsa, and a generous spoonful of chutney. Enjoy a comforting, flavorful meal that is sure to delight your taste buds!