Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh

Name: Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g lamb shoulder; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; Salt; 2 tbsp whole coriander seeds; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tbsp fennel seeds; 5 cardamom pods; 1 cinnamon stick; 3 dried Kashmiri red chilies; 3 tbsp ghee or oil; 2 large onions; 2 tomatoes; 1 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp asafoetida; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup fresh cream; Fresh coriander leaves; 1 tsp garam masala

Delight in the Richness of Kashmiri Spices

A traditional Indian dish renowned for its aromatic spices and tender meat, Rogan Josh is perfect for those who love robust flavors and heartwarming meals.

2 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

500g lamb shoulder

cubed

1 cup plain yogurt

1 tsp turmeric powder

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

Salt

to taste

For the Spice Blend

2 tbsp whole coriander seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tbsp fennel seeds

5 cardamom pods

1 cinnamon stick

2-inch piece

3 dried Kashmiri red chilies

For the Curry Base

3 tbsp ghee or oil

2 large onions

finely sliced

2 tomatoes

chopped

1 tsp red chili powder

1/2 tsp asafoetida

hing

1 cup water

For Finishing

1/2 cup fresh cream

Fresh coriander leaves

chopped

1 tsp garam masala

Preparation

Marinating the Lamb

Combine Marinade Ingredients

In a bowl, mix the lamb cubes with yogurt, turmeric, ginger-garlic paste, and salt.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Rest Meat

Allow the flavors to penetrate the meat for tenderness.

Preparing the Spice Blend

Dry Roast Spices

Dry roast coriander, cumin, fennel, cardamom, cinnamon, and chilies in a pan until aromatic.

Do not over-roast the spices as it can lead to a bitter taste. Pro Tip: Toast spices over medium-low heat to ensure even roasting.

Grind Spices

Grind the roasted spices into a fine powder.

Store Blend

Store in an airtight container if preparing ahead of time.

Cooking Process

Browning the Lamb

Sear the marinated lamb in ghee until browned on all sides. Set aside.

Heat Guide: Browning: Medium-high heat

Creating the Base

In the same pan, sauté onions until golden, then add tomatoes, red chili powder, and asafoetida. Cook until oil separates.

Simmer the Curry

Add the browned lamb, freshly ground spice blend, and water; simmer until lamb is tender.

Timing: Simmering: 1 hour. Heat Guide: Simmering: Low heat

Plating & Serving