Description
A rich and flavorful spicy stew made with lamb shanks, slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lamb shanks
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 4 cups water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add lamb shanks and brown on all sides.
- Mix in chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander.
- Pour in water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until lamb is tender.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with naan or rice.
- Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lamb Shank Nihari, Spicy Stew, Indian Cuisine