Spiced Lamb Rista
Tender lamb in a fragrant tomato-and-spice sauce—the weeknight version of Kashmir's slowcooked classic. Ready in 20 minutes with ground lamb and a single skillet.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Toast cumin seeds until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Step 2
Add diced onion, cook until translucent and starting to brown, 4 minutes.
Step 3
Add ginger-garlic paste, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add ground lamb, breaking it up with a spoon. Brown over medium-high until no pink remains, 5 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in Kashmiri chili powder, then add crushed tomatoes. Simmer 3 minutes until sauce tightens slightly.
Step 6
Remove from heat, stir in yogurt until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- measuring spoons
- measuring cup
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