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Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh

Name: Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g lamb shoulder, cubed; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; Salt, to taste; 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; 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; 1/2 cup fresh cream; Fresh coriander leaves, chopped; 1 tsp garam masala

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.

5(120 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 26, 2025

Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Spice Blend

For the Curry Base

For Finishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 554 kcal
Protein: 29.75 g
Carbs: 18.75 g
Fat: 40.5 g
Fiber: 5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2215 kcal
Protein: 119 g
Carbs: 75 g
Fat: 162 g
Fiber: 20 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g lamb shoulder cubed	1225	100	0	90	0
1 cup plain yogurt	150	9	12	8	0
1 tsp turmeric powder	8	0	2	0	1
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste	15	0	4	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 tbsp whole coriander seeds	40	2	6	2	5
1 tsp cumin seeds	8	0	1	0	1
1 tbsp fennel seeds	20	1	3	1	2
5 cardamom pods	4	0	1	0	1
1 cinnamon stick 2-inch piece	6	0	2	0	1
3 dried Kashmiri red chilies	12	1	3	0	1
3 tbsp ghee or oil	360	0	0	40	0
2 large onions finely sliced	100	2	24	0	4
2 tomatoes chopped	44	2	10	0	2
1 tsp red chili powder	6	0	1	0	1
1/2 tsp asafoetida hing	8	0	2	0	1
1 cup water	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup fresh cream	200	2	2	21	0
Fresh coriander leaves chopped	1	0	0	0	0
1 tsp garam masala	8	0	2	0	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lamb

1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the lamb cubes with yogurt, turmeric, ginger-garlic paste, and salt.
2
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3
Rest Meat
Allow the flavors to penetrate the meat for tenderness.

Preparing the Spice Blend

1
Dry Roast Spices
Dry roast coriander, cumin, fennel, cardamom, cinnamon, and chilies in a pan until aromatic.
Tip: 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.
2
Grind Spices
Grind the roasted spices into a fine powder.
3
Store Blend
Store in an airtight container if preparing ahead of time.

How to Make Fragrant Indian Rogan Josh

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Browning the Lamb
Sear the marinated lamb in ghee until browned on all sides. Set aside.
2
Creating the Base
In the same pan, sauté onions until golden, then add tomatoes, red chili powder, and asafoetida. Cook until oil separates.
3
Simmer the Curry
Add the browned lamb, freshly ground spice blend, and water; simmer until lamb is tender.