Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chops Curry – Saffron Yogurt Mix

Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry: exotic and extremely succulent lamb chop made using saffron, yogurt, and special Kashmiri spice blend. The Kashmiri Spice blend can be easily made at home and stored for other recipes.

Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chop Curry

Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chop Curry

Friday is what we call a fun family night and this Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry is a perfect way to welcome the weekend!

What is Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry?

It’s nothing but Indian Lamb Chops made using a special ‘Kashmiri Spice Blend’ in a yogurt sauce.

Kashmir is a state in the north of India and is extremely popular for its rich, aromatic dishes cooked using ‘Saffron, Fennel, Almonds, and Cardamom’.

Just the aroma of all 4 ingredients together can send your taste buds ticking for more exciting and delicious recipes.

Another extremely important ingredient in Kashmiri cooking is ‘Red Chillies’, which are famous all over the world for its bright red color.

They are not as spicy as they look but give an extremely bright…almost burning red kind of color which at times we mistake for too much heat.

If you have looked carefully into any of the store-bought Tandoori Spice Blends, you might see ‘Kashmiri Chillies’ as an ingredient (bright color and less hot).

lamb chops marination in yogurt and lime juice mix

So, once you have my ‘Kashmiri Spice Blend’ ready, this recipe comes together in 30 minutes.

You can store this blend upto 6-7 months in an air-tight jar and use it whenever you want to make this Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry or even Kashmiri Dum Aloo.

Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chop Curry Ingredients:

Lamb Chops – I’m using loin chops
Ghee – brown butter
Oil – to make the curry
Garam Masala – homemade or store bought
Water

Indian Lamb Chop Marination Ingredients:

  • Yogurt
  • Ginger Paste
  • Garlic Paste
  • Lemon Juice
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Kashmiri Spice Mix Ingredients:

  • Bay Leaf
  • Kashmiri Chili Powder – you may use other mild red chili powder
  • Fennel Seeds
  • Green Cardamom Pods
  • Cloves
  • Cinnamon Stick
  • Almonds
  • Saffron

Indian lamb chops being cooked in a skillet

Once the spice blend is ready, you just need to pan-sear the Marinated Lamb Chops till lightly cooked.

And then finish off by cooking rest of the marinade into a thick luxuriously creamy, aromatic sauce.

This ‘Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry’ as they say is a perfect blend of spices and meat that satisfies your soul.

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Once cooked, the curry is bright red (because of Kashmiri Chili Powder) but doesn’t taste as hot as it looks.

Just a quick squeeze of lemon and you can serve this Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry along with fresh steamed rice or even Indian naan or dinner rolls.

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Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chops Curry - Saffron Yogurt Mix

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Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry (Indian Lamb Chops): exotic & extremely juicy lamb chop made using saffron, yogurt, and special homemade Kashmiri Indian spices.

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 4 Lamb Chops - I'm using loin chops
  • 2 Tbsp Ghee - brown butter
  • 4 Tbsp Oil - to make the curry
  • 2 Tsp Garam Masala - homemade or store bought
  • 1/2 Cup Water

Marination Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Yogurt
  • Ginger Paste
  • Garlic Paste
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Pepper

Kashmiri Spice Mix:

  • 1 Small Bay Leaf
  • 1 Tsp Kashmiri Chili Powder - you may use other mild red chili powder
  • 1 Tsp Fennel Seeds
  • 6 Green Cardamom Pods
  • 5 Cloves
  • 1/4 Cinnamon Stick
  • 6 Almonds
  • 1/4 Tsp Saffron

Instructions

Marinate the Lamb Chops:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, ginger, garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper.
  2. Add lamb chops and mix everything using hands or fork.
  3. Marinate in the fridge overnight or atleast for 2hrs.

Make the Kashmiri Spice Mix:

  1. Add the 'Kashmiri Spice Mix' in a blender and pulse to form a fine powder.
  2. Keep Aside.

Cook the Lamb Chops:

  1. Heat 2 Tbsp oil and 1ghee in a skillet for a minute over medium flame.
  2. Remove the marinated lamb chops from the fridge.
  3. Using a fork, lift the marinated lamb chops and place in skillet.
  4. Cook evenly on both sides on low medium heat till meat is tender (takes about 4 minutes each side).
  5. Remove the cooked lamb chops and place on kitchen towel to soak any excess oil.

Make the Kashmiri Lamb Chops Curry:

  1. Add 1 Tbsp of Kashmiri Spice Mix in the leftover yogurt marinade and whisk to a smooth paste.
  2. Add the remaining oil and ghee to the skillet.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add the whisked yogurt marinade and garam masala.
  4. Saute and cook for 5-6 minutes (stir every 2 minutes to prevent burning the sauce).
  5. Finally, add cooked lamb chops and water.
  6. Mix everything together and cover cook for 10 minutes on low heat.
  7. After 10 minutes, touch the chops with a fork and the meat should be tender. (Also the sauce would be thick and creamy now).
  8. Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl.
  9. Serve with steamed rice or choice of bread/rolls.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

4

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 596Total Fat: 46gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 393mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 37g

5 Replies to "Kashmiri Indian Lamb Chops Curry - Saffron Yogurt Mix"

  • Rex May 9, 2020 (8:42 pm)

    Where do we add the garam masala?

    • Molly Kumar May 10, 2020 (6:11 pm)

      Hello Rex, the ‘garam masala’ is added when we make the lamb chops curry. You add it along with the yogurt and simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes. Thanks, Molly

  • Wilhelmina November 30, 2018 (6:29 pm)

    This dish is an absolute explosion of flavor!

  • Aimee Shugarman November 30, 2018 (6:12 pm)

    Oh wow, you’ve made this look mouthwatering and easy!

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