Lamb With Spinach

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Aromatic Indian-style lamb stew with tender meat and vibrant spinach
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Lamb With Spinach

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 446.5

Description

This hearty Lamb with Spinach is a classic Indian-inspired dish that balances rich, savory spices with fresh, earthy greens. The lamb is first browned with whole spices like cardamom, cloves, and bay leaves to build a deep flavor base. Yogurt is stirred in to create a creamy, tangy sauce that tenderizes the meat, while fresh spinach wilts into a vibrant, nutrient-packed gravy. The dish simmers slowly until the lamb is fork-tender and the flavors meld together beautifully. It is an excellent choice for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special family meal. Serve it hot with basmati rice or warm naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple ingredients come together to create a complex, satisfying meal that feels both rustic and refined.

Directions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the black peppercorns, cloves, bay leaves, and cardamom pods to the hot oil.
  3. Stir the whole spices for about 10-15 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger to the pot.
  5. Stir and fry until the onions are soft and develop light brown specks.
  6. Add the cubed lamb, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, and half of the salt.
  7. Stir well and fry for about 1 minute, ensuring the meat is coated in spices.
  8. Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of the beaten yogurt.
  9. Stir constantly for 1 minute until the yogurt is absorbed.
  10. Repeat this process, adding the remaining yogurt one tablespoon at a time, stirring until absorbed before adding the next.
  11. Continue cooking until the meat is lightly browned and all yogurt is incorporated.
  12. Add the chopped spinach and the remaining salt to the pot.
  13. Stir well to mix the spinach with the meat and spices.
  14. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach has wilted completely.
  15. Cover the pot tightly and reduce heat to low.
  16. Simmer gently for about 1 hour, or until the lamb is fork-tender.
  17. Remove the lid and sprinkle the garam masala over the dish.
  18. Increase heat to medium and stir well.
  19. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces and forms a thick, green sauce.
  20. Remove the whole spices (cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaves) before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 446.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.1g53%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 11.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 43.3g15%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g57%
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 4.5g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lamb, spinach, indian, curry, stew, yogurt, spices, cumin, coriander, garam masala, onion, garlic, ginger, cardamom, clove, bay leaf, healthy, dinner, vegetables, meat
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