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Rogan josh
A little spice, a delicious everyday dish.
Rogan josh: tender lamb sits in a glossy red-brown spiced sauce.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
SPICE MAGICFennel PowderView this spice →
SPICE MAGICKashmiri Chili PowderView this spice →
SPICE MAGICCinnamon Sticks WholeView this spice →
SPICE MAGICWhole ClovesView this spice →
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Heavy lidded saucepan; thermometer.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Brown the lamb
Medium-high
Have readyLamb, oil
- Pat lamb dry.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Brown lamb in two batches, about 4 minutes per batch.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Build the spice base
Low, then off heat
Have readyYogurt, spices, salt
- Lower heat.
- Stir cinnamon and cloves into the lamb for 30 seconds.
- Mix yogurt with fennel, ginger, chili and salt.
- Take the pan off heat and stir in yogurt mixture gradually.
SPICE MAGICFennel PowderView this spice →Next: Braise gently ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Braise gently
Low
Have readyWater
- Stir in water and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook on low for 80–100 minutes, stirring periodically.
- Add a splash of water if dry.
- Lamb must reach at least 145°F (63°C) and rest 3 minutes; continue cooking beyond that until fork-tender.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Finish and serve
Low, then off heat
Have readyNo new ingredients
- Remove cinnamon and cloves.
- Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes if sauce is thin, then rest off heat for 3 minutes.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Basmati rice
Roti
Cucumber raita
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Original development recipe; quantities, yield and timings require kitchen testing.
Measuring your ingredients
US volumes are approximate; weigh ingredients when possible.
Ingredients and allergens
Allergen check: includes milk. Check all packaged ingredients, including spice blends, and separate serving suggestions.
FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF
