30-Min Fiery Lamb Vindaloo with Rice & Sides
Tender lamb chunks seared and simmered in a vibrant, spicy vindaloo sauce with tomatoes and peppers. Served over jeera rice with warm roti, fresh vegetables, and lemon wedges for a complete Goan-inspired dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear lamb in batches 90 seconds per side without stirring. Transfer to a plate.
Step 2
Add onion slices to the same skillet, cook 3 minutes until softened and starting to caramelize.
Step 3
Stir in ginger-garlic paste and vindaloo paste, cook 45 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Return lamb to the skillet. Add diced tomato, green chili, salt, and 0.5 cup water.
Step 5
Simmer uncovered 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and lamb is tender.
Step 6
Plate jeera rice, top with lamb curry. Serve with warm roti, sliced onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and lemon wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- cutting board and knife
- measuring spoons and cups
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