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Lamb Chop Curry (Goan Style Lamb Green Curry)

This Goan green lamb chop curry is so flavorful and delish, perfect with some turmeric spiced pilaf and a salad!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Goan, Indian
Keyword Goan Lamb Curry, Lamb Chop Curry, Lamb Curry
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Author Freda Dias

Ingredients

Measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250 ml, 1 tsp = 5 ml

For the lamb chop marinade

  • 1.7 lbs / 780 grams rack of lamb/lamb chops, or mutton chops
  • 1.5 tbsp ginger paste
  • 1 tbsp garlic paste
  • 1 tsp salt

For the green spice paste

  • 1 bunch of cilantro leaves along with tender stems, about 85 grams
  • 2 green chillies, adjust as per desired heat
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp peppercorns
  • 10 cloves
  • 7 green cardamom
  • 3 inch cinnamon stick
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 inch ginger
  • walnut-sized ball of tamarind, about 15 grams

Other ingredients

  • 2 cups roughly chopped onion
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • 1 tbsp oil

Instructions

  • Marinate the lamb chops with ginger and garlic paste along with salt. Rub the ginger garlic all over the chops, set aside for about 2 hours.
  • After the lamb chops have marinated, transfer them to a pressure cooker, add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sliced onions, pressure cook on medium heat for 2 whistles. Switch off the heat and let the pressure settle down completely before opening the lid.
  • Meanwhile, grind the ingredients listed under “for the green spice paste” using water, as required. It should be a smooth paste. Green chillies not pictured below.
  • Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot, add roughly chopped onions, sauté until translucent.
  • Add the ground spice paste, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, over medium heat.
  • Add the lamb chops, along with the contents of the pressure cooker, mix well. (Add more water, as needed for the desired curry consistency. The curry thickens on cooling). Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for another 10 minutes or until the lamb is cooked through. Serve this easy lamb chop curry hot with rice or any bread of your choice and some fresh salad.