Butter Lamb Gravy

Lamb is simmered in a spicy tomato curry enriched with cream. This is a very mouthwatering dish that is easy to make. Serve with hot cooked rice or your favorite bread.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 321 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon minced ginger

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Season the lamb with garam masala and salt. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the lamb cubes until browned, stirring constantly. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2

Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the turmeric, ginger, and garlic. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in the cayenne and tomato paste until well blended, then stir in the water. Bring to a simmer and return lamb to the skillet. Simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, or until lamb is tender.

Step 4

Stir in the cream and honey. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with cilantro.