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Lamb Saag

Ingredients

3/4 lb. leg of lamb, deboned.
1 lb. of fresh spinach
2 T. oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
2 tsp. ginger & garlic paste
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. turmeric
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garam masala
3 T. chopped cilantro
1 green chili, chopped


Method of Preparation

1_ Wash and drain the spinach. Chop the leaves and discard the stems. Combine 1/4 cup of the water and the finely chopped spinach leaves in a pan. Simmer, covered, for 5-7 minutes (until what?). Remove from heat and set aside.
2_ Wash and cut the lamb into 1 inch cubes.
3_ Heat the oil in a medium sized heavy-bottom pan. Add the onion and fry until it is translucent.
4. Add cumin seeds, ginger & garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric and salt. Add 2 tablespoons of water and stir continuously. for 2-4 minutes.
5_ Add the lamb and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in 1 cup of water and let it come to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes. Add the boiled spinach, chopped green chilies, and garam masala and again let it simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
When finished, the dish should not look watery. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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