BADAM PASANDA

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This is a truly superb SUPERB curry, very much in the top league. The use of yogurt, cream, and ground almonds combine wonderfully with the spices to make a medium hot dish. You'll cook this time and time again.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories     Curries

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lbs lamb
1 inch cube fresh ginger, chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 fresh green chilies, chopped
5 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 ounces butter
2 large onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
8 fluid ounces water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 pint fresh single cream
4 tablespoons ground almonds
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cut the meat into thin strips about 1 1/2 inches long.
  • In a blender, process the ginger, garlic, green chillies and the yogurt till smooth.
  • Heat the butter in a pan and fry the onions till just brown. Add the turmeric, cumin, coriander, nutmeg and chili powder, lower the heat and fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add the meat and fry till it changes colour 3 minutes.
  • Slowly add the yogurt mixture stirring all the time. Cook for 5 minutes When the fat comes to the surface add the water and bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer covered for 60 minutes.
  • Add the salt, cream and the ground almonds cook for 4 minutes, stir in the garam masala.
  • Serve with the paprika sprinkled over the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.2, Fat 44, SaturatedFat 21, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 784.6, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 6, Protein 36.5

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