Chaamp Masala (Lamb Chops Curry)

Ingredients

3 tbsp ginger garlic paste
6-8 lamb chops from the ribs, remove all extra fat
1 c grated or pureed fresh tomatoes
2 medium sized onions, grated
1 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
2 tsp cumin powder
4 green cardamoms
2- 2 inch cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 c yoghurt beaten
salt to taste
1 tsp ground roasted cumin seeds
1-2 tsps garam masala
3 tbsps lemon juice
2-3 tbsps chopped fresh green coriander

Method

Heat oil in a pan. Add the cardamom and the cinnamon. Add the onions and fry till brown. Add the ginger garlic paste. Add the coriander, cumin, red chilli powders, a little water and fry.

Add the lamb chops and fry on high heat for about 5 minutes.

Add the tomatoes, yoghurt and salt. Turn the heat to low, cover and simmer for 50 minutes or until the chops are almost cooked. Add the roasted cumin seed powder and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until the meat is tender and the sauce is thick.

Add the garam masala and lemon juice and stir. Sprinkle fresh coriander over the top and serve.

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