Aromatic Kashmiri Rogan Josh with Saffron and Yogurt
This authentic Kashmiri Rogan Josh features tender lamb cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy with saffron and yogurt, delivering an exquisite balance of flavors.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Lamb
- 1
Combine ingredients
Combine the lamb cubes, yogurt, ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, and salt in a bowl.
- 2
Mix well
Mix well, ensuring the lamb is well coated.
- 3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Spice Blend
- 1
Dry roast spices
Dry roast cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon, and fennel seeds until aromatic.
- 2
Cool and grind
Let them cool before grinding into a fine powder using a spice grinder.
Tip: Ensure the spice blend is ground finely for a smooth sauce.
- 3
Set aside
Set aside.
Tip: Soak saffron in warm milk to extract maximum color and flavor.
How to Make Aromatic Kashmiri Rogan Josh with Saffron and Yogurt
Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Brown the onions
Heat ghee or oil in a large pot. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 2
Add spices
Stir in the prepared spice blend and Kashmiri red chili powder, sauté for 2-3 minutes to release the flavors.
- 3
Simmer the gravy
Add marinated lamb and sauté for a few minutes before adding stock and saffron milk. Cover and simmer on low heat until lamb is tender.
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