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Tender Slow Cooker Lamb Rogan Josh Recipe with Fluffy Basmati Rice Made Easy

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A rich and flavorful slow cooker lamb rogan josh paired with fluffy basmati rice, offering a tender, aromatic curry that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
  • 1 large onion, finely sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup plain yogurt, whisked
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup water or lamb broth
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tbsp ghee or butter (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Optional: 2-3 green cardamom pods or a small cinnamon stick

Instructions

  1. Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown lamb cubes on all sides in batches, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Transfer browned lamb to the slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, cook sliced onions over medium heat until golden and soft, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add garam masala, coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne. Toast spices with onions for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Transfer the onion-spice mixture to the slow cooker with lamb. Stir in crushed tomatoes, whisked yogurt, and 1 cup water or lamb broth. Mix well to coat lamb evenly.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until lamb is tender and falls apart easily.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust salt or spices if needed. Remove lid to thicken sauce if too thin.
  8. Rinse basmati rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, salt, and optional cardamom pods or cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let rice steam covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in ghee or butter if using.
  10. Serve lamb rogan josh over fluffy basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Notes

Browning the lamb and toasting spices before slow cooking adds depth of flavor. Whisk yogurt before adding and stir in gently near the end to avoid curdling. Rinse basmati rice thoroughly to keep grains separate and fluffy. Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level. For dairy-free, substitute yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt.

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