This is a traditional tikka recipe, in which the lamb is marinated in yogurt and spices. It is then usually cut into cubes, but the cooking
time can be halved by cutting it into strips.

Ingredients:

450g/1lb lamb cut into strips, 175ml/6fl oz/.75 natural (plain) yogurt, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp garlic pulp, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander (cilantro), 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp corn oil, 1 tbsp tomato puree (tomato paste), 1 large green (bell) pepper, seeded and sliced, 3 large fresh red chillies.

Method:
Put the lamb strips, yogurt, ground cumin, ground coriander, chilli powder, garlic, salt, garam masala, fresh coriander (cilantro) and lemon juice into a large mixing bowl and stir thoroughly. Set to one side for at least 1 hour to marinate. Heat the oil in a deep round bottomed frying pan (skillet) or a medium karahi. Lower the heat slightly and add the tomato puree (paste). Add the lamb strips to the pan, a few a time, leaving any excess marinade behind in the bowl. Cook the lamb, stirring frequently, for 7-10 minutes or until it is well browned. Finally, add the green (bell) pepper slices and the whole red chillies. Heat through, checking that the lamb is cooked through and serve.


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