LAMB CHOPS CURRY
September 1, 2011 in curry, meat
Happy Spring day to you all – I am back in Gauteng, the land of bright sunshine and short days – it’s surprising how after spending only a month abroad I am still adjusting to the early darkness at home. NinaTimms photography tips made me aware of the importance of natural light when taking pictures of food – the long days in London were a definite advantage in this regard.
I thoroughly enjoyed being a mum again and spending time with Luscious Lynn and Lovely Linda and it was not easy saying good bye to them.
My last weekend whizzed past – Luscious Lynn had booked tickets for us to see a DJ – Paul van Dyk, play in a well known club, The Ministry of Sound – I had an awesome time there.
Lovely Linda and me.
Rajen and I will be leaving for Durban tomorrow for the weekend and hopefully the weather will be warm – will post more London experiences later.
Living almost like a local I enjoyed the food shopping experience in London– both Luscious Lynn and Lovely Linda enjoy lamb and during my stay I had bought lamb chops from different supermarkets as well as a halaal butcher – the tastiest was the Scotch lamb cutlets from Marks and Spencer – the meat was tender and succulent. I have been cooking this lamb curry for many years and it is a family favorite.
LAMB CHOPS CURRY
8 lamb chops
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 large tomato, grated
4 cloves garlic, grated
1 piece of fresh ginger (thumb size – I enjoy ginger – you can use less), grated
1 Tablespoon curry powder (can increase or decrease quantity according to taste)
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon cumin / coriander powder
1 teaspoon gharum masala
1 teaspoon salt (adjust according to taste)
½ cup frozen peas
2 -3 medium size potatoes
Fresh coriander
METHOD
Fry onions in a pan until just start turning brown.
Add the tomatoes, garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, cumin/coriander powder, gharum masala and salt.
Mix well and cook until all the ingredients are blended – this can take +- 5 minutes.
Add the lamb chops to the pan and mix into the curry sauce.
Cook for about 8 minutes stirring occasionally.
Add the peas. Add sufficient hot water to cover the chops. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes adding more water if necessary.
Add the potatoes and cook for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked.
Garnish with coriander.
Serve with rice and sambals.
Nicolettechetty said on September 1, 2011
I have a curry weakness!
ilovecooking said on September 1, 2011
Welcome back sweetie! Great recipe, thanks! xxx
Sous-Chef said on September 1, 2011
Welcome home! I love a good lamb curry, wish they could introduce daylight saving here.
Zabwan said on September 1, 2011
Oh wow, that looks like a good lamb curry, suddenly I’m craving curry! Think I’ll make this for supper tonight, thanks!!!
Kitchengirl said on September 1, 2011
You’re back! Lovely looking recipe
tandy.sinclair said on September 1, 2011
so glad you had a great time! and welcome home
RJ77 said on September 1, 2011
Wowzers, this looks like my kind of curry:-)
janicetripepi said on September 1, 2011
I am drooling Mitzi – welcome home angel xxx jan
ps: I shall have to dig out my mango pickles …. that’s as close as I am going to get to curry today!! hahaha …
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
It is tasty, thanks for the visit, N.
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Anne – appreciate the visit.
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Sue – I am enjoying your posts -making budget meals look and taste delicious.
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Zabwan.
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Carol
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Tandy
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
It is tasty – thanks, RJ
mitzireddy said on September 1, 2011
Thanks, Jan – its been a while since I have had mango pickles.
Lisaman said on September 4, 2011
So many recipes…too little time!!
mitzireddy said on September 9, 2011
I know the feeling – I have a long list to work through. Have a wonderful weekend.
pinkpolkadot said on September 11, 2011
Your daughters are as beautiful as their Mom! Welcome back! I loooooove the lamb chops!!
mitzireddy said on September 19, 2011
Thanks, Pink