A rich and flavorful lamb dinner perfect with rice or bread.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Difficulty Level: Medium
Best Served: Hot
Ingredients
- 700 g lamb pieces
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
Making Process – Step-by-Step
Step 1: Cooking the Onions
Heat oil in a large pot and add chopped onions. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. This creates the base flavor.
Step 2: Adding the Lamb
Add lamb pieces and ginger garlic paste. Cook for 10 minutes while stirring. This helps seal the flavor inside the meat.
Step 3: Adding Spices and Yogurt
Add tomatoes, salt, chili powder, turmeric, and yogurt. Mix well and cook for 30–40 minutes on low heat until the lamb becomes tender.
Step 4: Final Cooking and Serving
Sprinkle garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes. Serve hot with rice or naan.
Final Tips for a Fun and Festive Night
- Prep your cookie(s) the day before
- Set the table + packaging station early
- Make the dinner menu simple and comforting
- Have fun—this is meant to feel easy and joyful!
Everyone made this special holiday evening come to life!
Photography by Johnny Miller
Props by Sarah Smart
Creative Producer/Styling by Jess Damuck
Wardrobe by Caitlin Harvey