Lamb Malabar
Ingredients
3 tbsp oil or ghee
2 onions, finely chopped
1 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp ground cloves
12 curry leaves
750g / 1.5lb boned leg of lamb, cubed
1 tbsp coarsely grated coconut
300ml / 1/2 pint water
1 tsp saltMethod
Heat the oil or ghee in a saucepan. Add the onions and fry until golden. Stir in the turmeric, coriander, cumin, chilli powder, cloves and curry leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the lamb and coconut and fry, stirring, until well browned. Pour in the water and add the salt. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until the lamb is tender. Transfer to a warmed serving dish and serve immediately.