Ready in

105 mins

Cuisine

Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

90 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~500 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by @thathungryintrovert on YouTube
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For Marinade

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For Garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Marinade Base

    In a large bowl, add 4 tablespoons of yogurt. Then, add 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Cut half a lemon and squeeze its juice into the bowl.

  2. Add Spices to Marinade

    To the yogurt, oil, and lemon juice mixture, add 1 teaspoon of garlic granules, 1 teaspoon of onion granules, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 teaspoons of cumin powder, 2 teaspoons of coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 2 teaspoons of chili flakes, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and 3 teaspoons of tandoori masala.

  3. Mix the Marinade

    Thoroughly mix all the marinade ingredients together until well combined and smooth.

  4. Marinate Lamb Chops

    Add 1 kg of lamb chops to the prepared marinade. Ensure each chop is fully coated by mixing them well with the marinade.

  5. Refrigerate for Marination

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours or ideally overnight for best results.

  6. Initial Cooking of Lamb Chops

    Place a pot or pan on the highest heat. Once the pot is extremely hot, add the lamb chops. Cover the pot with a lid and immediately the heat to low. Cook for , or until the chops are tender, depending on their thickness.

  7. First Stir During Cooking

    After of cooking, remove the lid and stir the lamb chops to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking. Re-cover and continue cooking.

  8. Second Stir and Tenderness Check

    After another (total ), remove the lid and stir the chops again. Check if they are soft enough by piercing with a knife.

  9. Reduce Sauce

    Increase the heat to high. Cook until about 90% of the water has . You can leave the pot uncovered or not fully covered to avoid splashes. Stir a couple of times during this process to prevent the chops from burning.

  10. Garnish and Serve

    Once the chops are cooked and the sauce is , garnish with fresh red onion rings, chopped coriander, and lemon wedges. Serve hot.

Before You Cook

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Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Lemon juice?

    • Lime juice (1:1)
    • 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Plan Ahead

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  • Refrigerate for MarinationOvernight

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours or ideally overnight for best results.

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Storage & Leftovers

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  • Refrigerate

    Refrigerate for Marination

  • Refrigerate

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours or ideally overnight for best results.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • PreparationMarinating the Lamb Chops Overnight

    Marinating the lamb chops overnight yields the best flavor and tenderness.

  • Flavour tipAdjust Chili Powder and Chili

    Adjust chili powder and chili flakes according to your spice preference.

  • Cooking tipEnsure the Pot Is Extremely

    Ensure the pot is extremely hot before adding chops to sear them initially.

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