Description
Coconut Lamb Curry with Chickpeas and Garlic Naan is a vibrant, tropical dish that effortlessly combines tender lamb and hearty chickpeas in a rich coconut sauce. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, impressing your guests with its aromatic spices and creamy consistency. The addition of homemade garlic naan elevates the meal, making it an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder or leg, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric) to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: Chop the onion, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and cut the lamb into chunks.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, add vegetable oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and brown lamb chunks in batches until seared on all sides.
- Stir in spices along with chickpeas and any additional ingredients from your recipe.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook until lamb is tender (about 1 to 1.5 hours).
- While the curry simmers, prepare garlic naan as per your favorite recipe.
- Serve hot alongside warm garlic naan for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical/Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg