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Indulge in Culinary Bliss with our family's one-of the most loved dish! Discover the Magic of South Asian Cuisine Welcome to a culinary adventure where tradition meets innovation - the One Pot Oven Baked Lamb Bhuna. Elevating the beloved South Asian classic, this recipe promises a symphony of flavours in every tender bite. As a culinary enthusiast, I take pride in presenting a family-favourite rendition that's both effortless and bursting with rich, aromatic goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Bangladeshi, South Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 kg lamb ( diced to perfection )
  • 6-8 Small onions ( roughly sliced about 2 cups)
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger paste
  • 10 cloves of garlic
  • 4-5 green chillies ( a touch of heat to elevate the senses )
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 2 pcs cinnamon sticks
  • 2-3 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp black cumin ( Sahi jeera )
  • 4-5 cloves
  • 4-5 green cardamom
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 black cardamom
  • 1 tbsp salt ( adjust to taste )
  • 1 tbsp chilli powder ( adjust to taste )
  • 1/2 tbsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp homemade freshly ground garam masala
  • 1/3 cup cooking oil
  • 1 mace and 1 nutmeg paste
  • 15-20 dried or fresh curry leaves ( optional )
  • Coriander leaves and green chillies for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 190°C.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a large casserole dish, combine all the ingredients listed above.
  • Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together to ensure even coating of spices on the lamb.
  • Bake: Cover the casserole dish and bake in the preheated oven for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Adjust Temperature: After the initial baking period, reduce the oven temperature to gas mark 2.
  • Stovetop Cooking (Optional): If cooking on the stove, For those who prefer a stovetop cooking- Start on high heat for first 10 minutes, then reduce the flame to low heat.
  • Cook Until Tender: Allow the dish to cook until the lamb is tender and effortlessly falls apart.
  • Skim Excess Fat: Remove the lid, skim off any excess fat that has risen to the top, ensuring not to remove too much to preserve the flavour.
  • Check and Stir: Periodically check and stir the dish during the cooking process to prevent burning.
  • Garnish: Garnish the lamb bhuna with fresh coriander leaves and green chillies.
  • Serving: Serve this culinary masterpiece "One Pot Oven Baked Lamb Bhuna" alongside steamed rice, roti, or naan roti.

Notes

When cooking on the stove, use a small amount of water to prevent burning, although the recipe traditionally doesn't require water.
For optimal results, cook on a slow flame.
Enhance the flavour by adding fresh ginger and garlic to the dish.
 
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