Punjabi Split Chickpeas And Lamb Curry Recipes

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large frying pan, cook the lamb until browned all over for about 10 mins, then remove from the pan. Cook the onion in the same pan until golden brown, about 5 mins. Stir through the ginger, garlic, cumin and coriander, then cook for 2 mins more until you smell the spices. Return the lamb to the pan, pour over the tomatoes, bring to the boil, then leave to simmer over a gentle heat for 11⁄2 hrs until the meat is really tender. Top up with a little boiling water if the sauce becomes too dry. Add in the chickpeas and garam masala, then simmer for 5 mins more. Stir through spinach and cook until wilted slightly then season to taste.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pan of lightly salted water to the boil and cook the potatoes until softened, about 15 mins. Drain and mash. Stir through the curry paste and yogurt, and serve alongside the curry.

Steps:

• 1. Soak the dal in water to cover by 2 inches about 1 hour, then drain. Heat the oil in a large nonstick wok or saucepan over medium-high heat and cook the cardamom pods and cinnamon about 30 seconds. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic, and green chili peppers, then add the coriander, 1 teaspoon garam masala, turmeric, and salt.2. Add the lamb and cook, stirring, until browned, about 20 minutes. Add the dal and cook another 5 minutes. Then add the water and cook until the meat is tender and the dal creamy, about 30 minutes. 3. Add the tomatoes, lemon juice, cilantro, and mint and cook about 10 minutes to blend the flavors. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle the garam masala on top, and serve.From "1,000 Indian Recipes." Copyright 2002 by Neelam Batra. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.