Kenyan Lamb Stew
A hearty and comforting Indian-inspired lamb stew with Kenyan flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds lamb shouldercut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1-inch piece gingergrated
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pureecanned
- ●2 teaspoons curry powderadjust to taste
- ●1 teaspoon garam masalaadjust to taste
- ●1 teaspoon saltadjust to taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepperadjust to taste
- ●1 cup wateradjust as needed
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the lamb from the pan and set aside. Add more oil if necessary.
- 3
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the curry powder and garam masala to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5
Add the tomato puree to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 6
Add the lamb back to the pan, along with the salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 7
Add the water to the pan and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.