Description
This easy slow-cooked Indian lamb curry (Rogan Josh) is a rich and aromatic dish featuring tender lamb, coconut milk, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a comforting, hearty meal, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 brown onions, roughly chopped
4–6 cloves garlic, peeled
1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
400g (14 oz) tin chopped tomatoes
500ml (2 cups) chicken stock, made with one stock cube mixed with boiling water
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon turmeric
400ml (14 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
750g (1 ⅔ lb) leg of lamb, diced
Spinach, a couple of handfuls
1 bunch fresh coriander, chopped
For serving (optional):
100g (½ cup) Greek yogurt
6 naan bread (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a food processor, combine onions, garlic, and ginger with 250ml of water. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a large pot.
- Cook the Base: Simmer the mixture on low heat for 15 minutes with the lid on. Remove the lid, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil, and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until the base turns a deep golden brown.
- Brown the Lamb: Add lamb to the pot and stir well to coat with the onion mixture. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the lamb starts to brown.
- Add Spices and Liquids: Add chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, cinnamon, curry powder, cumin, and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Final Touches: Stir in coconut milk and soy sauce once the lamb is tender. Bring it back to a simmer. Turn off the heat, add spinach, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes to wilt the spinach. Top with fresh coriander and serve with rice and naan bread.
Notes
- You can substitute lamb with chicken or beef. Adjust the cooking time for the different meat.
- Add vegetables like peas, bell peppers, or potatoes for more texture and flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or fresh chilies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (or 3-4 hours on high in a slow cooker)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
