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Lamb Kurma

Creamy Malaysian curry with tender lamb, coconut milk, and warm spices — ready in 15 minutes. Serve over rice for a weeknight dinner that tastes like you've been cooking all day.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Lamb Kurma
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add lamb in a single layer and sear without stirring for 2 minutes until the bottom browns.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in curry paste, onion, and potato. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in coconut milk and fish sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes until lamb is tender and potato is cooked through.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust salt and heat with a pinch of sugar if needed. Serve hot over rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or large saucepan
  • cutting board
  • knife

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