LAMB OR CHICKEN IN ONION-YOGURT SAUCE

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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions or 4 medium onions, sliced
10 cloves garlic, peeled
Salt
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon minced ginger, or 1 teaspoon dried ginger
10 cardamom pods
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1 cinnamon stick
3 cloves
1 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder or leg, cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch chunks, or 4 whole chicken legs
2 cups yogurt
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Cooked basmati rice for serving

Steps:

  • Put butter in a large skillet or casserole that can later be covered, and turn heat to medium-high. Add onions, garlic and a large pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions become very soft and brown, at least 15 minutes. Stir in spices, and cook another minute or so. Add lamb or chicken, and stir.
  • In a bowl, whisk yogurt with cornstarch until smooth. Stir it into mixture; if using chicken, add 1/3 cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then cover and turn heat to low. Cook at least 40 minutes (by which time chicken will likely be tender) or longer, stirring occasionally, or until lamb is quite tender. Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with cilantro, and serve with basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 554, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 907 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Kenneth Thompson
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests.


Nurnobi MD
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was divine.


Molewa junior
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of chili powder next time.


Infinix Gamerz
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it really helped to balance out the gaminess of the lamb.


Jessica Ortiz
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lamb. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and it really brings out the flavor of the lamb.


Uduma Gideon
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I've never made lamb before, but this recipe made it easy. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


SUSHANTA Biswas
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy.


Donny Alexander
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


romell barkus
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the sauce didn't turn out creamy. It was more like a thin gravy.


Fawas Fawas
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Sadam Shakaram
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The lamb was a little tough, but the sauce was delicious.


AprilChris Schaffer
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices or herbs.


Apa Apa
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is always rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md Ripon Rasel
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I'm short on time. It's so easy to throw together, and it always turns out delicious. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful.


Geek Gamerz
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I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was divine.


Sagar Thamsuhang
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The lamb was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the onion-yogurt sauce was rich and creamy. I served it over rice, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.