Lamb w/ Yoghurt, Coconut Milk & Almond Masala (Badami Gos

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Title: Lamb w/ Yoghurt, Coconut Milk & Almond Masala (Badami Gos
Categories: Indian, Ethnic, Main dish
Yield: 6 servings

1 ts Saffron threads
2 ts Caraway seeds
1/4 c Ghee (or melted butter)
1/2 ts Cardamom seeds
2 c Chopped onions
2 ts Chopped fresh ginger
2 c Coconut milk
1/2 c Cold water
2 c Unflavored yoghurt
2 ts Salt
4 ea 1 in stick of cinnamon
6 ea Whole cloves
3 ea Cloves garlic chopped
1/2 ts Grnd red chili pepper
3/4 c Boiling water
2 lb Cubed lamb
1/2 c Unsalted almonds Drop the

saffron threads into a small bowl or cup, add 1/3 of the boiling
water and soak for at least 10 minutes. Pour the saffron and its
soaking liquid into a deep bowl and stir in the yoghurt, caraway
seeds and salt. Add the lamb and turn it about with a spoon until all
the pieces are evenly coated. Marinate the lamb at room temperature
for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the almonds and the rest
of the boiling water in a bowl, and soak for 10 minutes. Pour the
almonds and their soaking water into a blender and blend until you
have a smooth paste. Set aside. In a heavy casserole, heat the
ghee over moderate heat until fairly hot. Add the cinnamon,
cardamom, and cloves, stir for a minute or so, then add the onions,
garlic and ginger. Lifting and turning them constantly, fry for 7 to
8 minutes until the onions are soft and golden brown. With a slotted
spoon, remove the lamb from the marinade, add the meat to the
casserole, and stir over moderate heat until it browns evenly. Stir
in the marinade and the cold water, then add the almond puree and
red pepper and cook for 10 minutes stirring occasionally. Pour in
the coconut mild, bring to a boil, and simmer partially covered
for 20 minutes, or until the lamb is tender. To serve, discard the
cinnamon and cloves, mound the lamb attractively on a deep heated
platter, and pour the sauce over it.

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