Kashmiri Rogan Josh

Kashmiri Rogan Josh is a fragrant, flavorful lamb dish cooked with aromatic spices and yogurt, making it a delicious yet healthy choice for lunch. This traditional recipe brings the taste of Kashmir to your table with its rich color and robust flavor, while being mindful of health.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder, boneless - 300 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 inch piece
• Kashmiri red chili powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - ½ teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 200 ml
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the lamb pieces to the pan, cooking until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with Kashmiri red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
6. Lower the heat and add the yogurt mixture to the lamb, stirring well to coat the meat evenly.
7. Pour in the water, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for about 40 minutes, or until the lamb is tender.
8. Once cooked, sprinkle garam masala over the dish and stir gently.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from lamb, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from spices like turmeric and ginger.

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