25-Minute Jungli Maas: Spiced Lamb Curry
Rustic Indian lamb curry built on caramelized onions and warming spices—no cream, no long simmer. High-heat sear locks the meat's flavor while fragrant tomatoes and ginger finish it in minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 52g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until smoking.
Step 2
Pat lamb dry. Sear in batches without moving for 2 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
Step 3
Add onions to the same skillet; cook over medium, stirring often, until deep golden, ~6 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in ginger and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add garam masala and cumin.
Step 5
Pour in crushed tomatoes; return lamb and any juices to the pan. Simmer uncovered 8 minutes.
Step 6
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon
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