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Slow Cooker Lamb Curry

Hearty Slow Cooker Lamb Curry That's Fall-Apart Tender

This Slow Cooker Lamb Curry is a comforting dish with fall-apart tender lamb and rich flavors, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb
  • 3 pounds Lamb Shanks bone-in or 2 pounds boneless lamb stew meat
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for browning the lamb
  • 2 medium Onions minced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 cup Crushed Tomatoes for sauce base
  • 1 cup Bone Broth or Chicken Stock
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Coconut Milk for dairy-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For Serving
  • Basmati Rice for serving
  • Extra Yogurt for serving
  • Cilantro, Tomatoes, and Cucumbers for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season lamb and brown for about 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer to slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced onions and garlic, sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add spices and cook for another minute.
  3. Add browned lamb to slow cooker with onion mixture, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Stir gently to coat lamb.
  4. Set slow cooker to LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until lamb is tender.
  5. After cooking, stir in yogurt or coconut milk. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve over basmati rice, garnished with yogurt, cilantro, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the lamb overnight. Adjust spice levels to personal preference.

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