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Rogan Josh

Name: Rogan Josh
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 700 g lamb shoulder cut into 1.5 inch cubes; 3 tbsp ghee; 1 pcs cinnamon stick; 4 pcs clove; 4 pcs green cardamom pod; 1 pcs bay leaf; 1 pcs onion finely chopped; 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste; 2 tsp kashmiri chili powder; 1 tbsp coriander powder; 1 tsp cumin powder; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 cup yogurt plain, full-fat, whisked; 1 cup water; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp garam masala; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Rogan Josh is a fragrant and rich lamb curry from Kashmir, known for its vibrant red color and aromatic spices. This recipe features tender lamb cooked in a flavorful gravy with a blend of traditional Indian spices.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 1 hr 55 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 581 kcal

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

700 glamb shoulder, cut into 1.5 inch cubes
3 tbspghee
1 pcscinnamon stick
4 pcsclove
4 pcsgreen cardamom pod
1 pcsbay leaf
1 pcsonion, finely chopped
2 tbspginger garlic paste
2 tspkashmiri chili powder
1 tbspcoriander powder
1 tspcumin powder
0.5 tspturmeric powder
0.5 cupyogurt, plain, full-fat, whisked
1 cupwater
1 tspsalt
1 tspgaram masala

garnish

2 tbspfresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Equipment

cutting board · knife · whisk · heavy-bottomed pot

The method

Step by step

1
Heat ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
About 2 min
2
Add cinnamon stick, cloves, green cardamom pods, and bay leaf to the hot ghee. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the spices.
3
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and lightly golden, about 8-10 minutes.
About 9 min
Cook’s note: Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4
Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes until its raw smell disappears.
About 2 min
5
Add the lamb cubes to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
About 6 min
Cook’s note: Browning the lamb adds depth of flavor.
6
Reduce heat to low, then add kashmiri chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and turmeric powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat the lamb evenly.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Adding spices to low heat prevents them from burning.
7
Gradually whisk in the whisked yogurt, stirring continuously to prevent it from curdling. Increase heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the yogurt is at room temperature to minimize curdling.
8
Pour in the water and add salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
About 3 min
9
Cover the pot tightly, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 60-75 minutes, or until the lamb is very tender.
About 1 hr 15 min
Cook’s note: Check occasionally and add a splash more water if the curry becomes too dry.
10
Stir in the garam masala and cook for a final 5 minutes, uncovered.
About 5 min
11
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Per serving

Nutrition

42%Score

Calories: 580.8kcal
Protein: 30.1g
Carbs: 7.7g
Fat: 50.7g
Fibre: 2.4g
Sugar: 3.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Rogan Josh in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed, or in the microwave until heated through.