Hairy Bikers Lamb Rogan Josh

Hairy Bikers Lamb Rogan Josh is made with lamb, coriander, red chilli, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, black pepper, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, cinnamon, cardamom, bay leaves, cloves, onion, garlic, ginger, yoghurt, and tomato purée.

This traditional Lamb Rogan Josh recipe makes a hearty dinner that takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to prepare and serves up to 4 people.

Hairy Bikers Lamb Rogan Josh Ingredients

For The Rogan Josh Paste:

• 1 Bunch Fresh Coriander, Stalks And Leaves Separated
• 1 Red Chilli, Seeded And Roughly Chopped
• 2 Tsp Coriander Seeds, Toasted And Ground
• 2 Tsp Cumin Seeds, Toasted And Ground
• 1 Tsp Black Peppercorns, Roughly Ground
• 2 Tsp Paprika
• 1 Tsp Turmeric
• 2 Tsp Garam Masala
• Pinch Of Salt
• 2 Tbsp Tomato Purée

For The Lamb:

• 1 Tbsp Groundnut Oil
• 5cm/2in Cinnamon Stick
• 5 Cardamom Pods, Lightly Crushed
• 3 Dried Bay Leaves
• 4 Cloves
• 1 Onion, Roughly Chopped
• 600g/1lb 5oz Lamb Neck Fillet, Fat Removed, Cut Into 3cm/1in Chunks
• 2 Garlic Cloves, Peeled And Crushed
• 1 Thumb-sized Piece of Fresh Root Ginger, Peeled And Finely Grated
• 100g/3½oz Fat-free Natural Yoghurt

How To Make Hairy Bikers Lamb Rogan Josh

1. Make the Paste: Blend the coriander stalks, red chilli, ground spices, and salt in a mixer. Mix in the tomato purée.
2. Cook the Lamb: Heat the oil in a large casserole dish. Fry the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, bay leaves, and cloves for 2 minutes. Add the onion and lamb, and fry for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and ginger, and fry for another 2 minutes.
3. Add Paste and Simmer: Add the spice paste and fry for another 2 minutes, stirring. Pour in 400ml/14fl oz of water. Cover with a lid and simmer for 40-50 minutes, until the lamb is tender. Stir in the yoghurt and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
4. Serve: Garnish with the fresh coriander leaves. Enjoy your delicious Lamb Rogan Josh!

Recipe Tips

• Toast Spices Well: Toast the coriander and cumin seeds until they are brown and smell good. This makes the spices taste better.
• Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh garlic, ginger, and coriander taste best. Don’t use dried or powdered versions.
• Simmer Lamb Slowly: Cook the lamb slowly so it gets tender and the flavours mix well.
• Control the Spice: If you want a less spicy curry, use less red chilli or paprika. Taste it while cooking to make it how you like it.
• Add Yoghurt Slowly: Put the yoghurt in bit by bit, stirring all the time so it doesn’t curdle. This keeps the sauce smooth and creamy.

What To Serve With Lamb Rogan Josh

Lamb Rogan Josh pairs well with basmati rice, naan bread, or steamed vegetables. It also can be served alongside cucumber raita, mango chutney, papadums, or pickled onions for a full, delicious dinner.

How To Store Lamb Rogan Josh

• Refrigerate: Store the Lamb Rogan Josh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Place the Lamb Rogan Josh in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How To Reheat Lamb Rogan Josh

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F. Place the Lamb Rogan Josh in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and heat for 20-25 minutes until hot.
• In The Microwave: Place the Lamb Rogan Josh in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and heat on high for 3-4 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• On the Stove: Heat a pan over medium heat, add the Lamb Rogan Josh, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Lamb Rogan Josh Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 457.49 kcal
• Protein: 41.48 g
• Carbohydrates: 5.11 g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.88 g
• Sugars: 2.67 g
• Fat: 32.21 g
• Sodium: 117.07 mg

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• Hairy Bikers Salmon Tray Bake
• Hairy Bikers Pot Roast Brisket
• Hairy Bikers Anglesey Eggs
• Hairy Bikers Spaghetti Bolognese