Coconut Lamb Curry with Chickpeas and Garlic Naan
Coconut Lamb Curry with Chickpeas and Garlic Naan is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transports your taste buds to tropical shores. Succulent lamb is simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, enriched with hearty chickpeas and aromatic spices. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or when you want to impress guests with a unique meal. Pair it with warm, homemade garlic naan for a satisfying experience that combines comfort and elegance. Get ready to savor every bite of this delightful culinary adventure!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder or leg, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Coconut milk (exact amount as per your recipe)
- Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and brown the lamb on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add spices of choice, then pour in coconut milk and chickpeas, stirring well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 1.5 hours until the lamb is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 427
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg