Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence Recipe

Experience the rich, aromatic flavors of Tyler Florence's Ultimate Lamb Curry! This restaurant-quality recipe, inspired by his "Ultimate Indian Dinner" episode, delivers tender lamb simmered in a fragrant blend of freshly ground spices. Impress your friends and family with this show-stopping dish, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight meal. Serve with fluffy basmati rice and cooling raita for a complete culinary journey.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 576.6 kcal
Protein 61g
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Ingredients for Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence

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How to Make Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. While oil heats, combine 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, and ½ teaspoon cloves in a spice grinder.
  3. Grind spices into a fine powder.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon turmeric and grind again until evenly blended.
  5. Add spice mixture to hot oil and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
  6. Add 2 fresh bay leaves, 1-2 Thai bird chilies (finely chopped, adjust to taste), and 1 tablespoon fresh curry leaves (or 1 teaspoon frozen).
  7. Season 1.5 lbs boneless lamb shoulder (cubed) with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Add lamb to the pot and stir, browning for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Combine 1 large onion (chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), and 1-inch piece ginger (peeled and minced) in a food processor.
  10. Process into a smooth puree.
  11. Add onion-garlic-ginger puree to the pot and cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
  12. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes and 1 cup water.
  13. Cover and simmer for 40 minutes, or until lamb is tender.
  14. Skim excess fat from the surface.
  15. Stir in ½ cup plain yogurt and simmer for 5 more minutes.
  16. Serve hot over basmati rice (cooked with a pinch of salt and 2 thick slices of fresh ginger).
  17. Garnish with chopped cilantro and scallions. Serve with raita on the side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

86g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence?

Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence?

Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence has approximately 576.6 calories per serving, with about 61 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 69 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence?

The key ingredients for Ultimate Lamb Curry Tyler Florence are Vegetable Oil, Coriander Seeds, Green Cardamom Pods, Fennel Seeds, Cumin Seeds, Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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