Description
Rogan Josh is a classic Indian lamb curry featuring tender lamb simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Rich and aromatic, it’s the perfect comforting dish for dinner or special occasions.
Ingredients
3.5 tbsp ghee (or butter)
1 cinnamon stick
6 green cardamom pods, lightly bruised
4 cloves
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp ginger, finely grated
5 tbsp tomato passata (tomato puree/sauce)
1 tsp salt
750g (1.5 lb) boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 3cm cubes
1.5 cups (375ml) chicken stock, salt-reduced
2 tbsp paprika (normal or sweet)
3/4 tsp chili powder (or to taste)
4 tsp ground coriander
4 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp fennel powder
1/2 tsp extra garam masala (to finish)
1/2 tsp extra fennel powder (to finish)
1/2 cup (125g) plain yogurt (Greek yogurt works)
Chopped coriander leaves (for garnish)
Finely shredded ginger (for garnish)
Basmati rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Melt ghee in a large heavy-based pot over medium heat. Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for about 7 minutes until golden and beginning to brown. Stir often.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Add paprika, chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, nutmeg, garam masala, and fennel powder. Stir and cook spices for 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato passata, salt, and chicken stock. Mix well.
- Add lamb cubes. Stir to coat in the sauce. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low or medium-low. Simmer gently for 1 hour 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lamb is very tender.
- Remove lid and cook for another 15 minutes to slightly reduce the sauce.
- Stir in yogurt, extra garam masala, and extra fennel powder. Simmer for a few more minutes to blend the flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and shredded ginger, with basmati rice. Add cucumber salad or naan if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase chili powder or add green chilies.
- Can be made with beef, goat, or chicken instead of lamb.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute hearty vegetables for lamb.
- Yogurt can be replaced with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently and add water or stock if sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approx. 1 cup curry + sauce)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg