Rogan josh

Rogan Josh is a delicious and aromatic dish from Kashmiri cuisine, traditionally made with lamb. It is richly spiced and slow-cooked for an intense flavour experience.

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 10 min
Cooking time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 10 min

Ingredients (for 4 servings)

• 500 grams lamb (or chicken or potatoes)
• 2 large onions
• 2 tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons ghee (or oil)
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 teaspoon clove powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder
• Salt and pepper
• 150 ml water
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Preparation

• Peel and finely chop the onions.
• Wash and chop the tomatoes.
• Mix all dry spices in a small bowl.
• Season the lamb with salt and pepper.

Cooking

1. Heat the ghee or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the lamb on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, sauté the onions until soft and golden brown. Add the ginger and garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the tomatoes and cook until they form a sauce.
4. Add all the spices (except the fresh coriander), mix well, then add the water and bring to a boil.
5. Return the lamb to the pot. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours until the meat is tender and the sauce thickens.
6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Delicious served with rice.