Pasanda

Pasanda

Pasanda

Flattened lamb escalopes marinated in yogurt and spices, folded with a rich filling and slow-cooked in a smooth, golden gravy — a refined Nawabi preparation less known outside Lucknow.

Cuisines

Awadhi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

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Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Lamb Or Beef 300 grams Lamb Or Beef , slices
Yogurt 1 cup Yogurt
ginger-garlic paste 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
red chili powder 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
coriander powder 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , powder
garam masala 1 teaspoon Garam masala
ghee or oil 2 tablespoons Ghee or oil
Onion 2 medium Onion , finely sliced
cashew paste 4 tablespoons Cashew paste
water 1 cup Water
salt Salt , to taste
lemon juice 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt.
  2. 2 Add the lamb or beef slices to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. 3 Heat ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. 4 Add the marinated meat to the pan and cook until the meat is browned on all sides.
  5. 5 Stir in the cashew paste and mix well.
  6. 6 Add water to the pan, cover, and let it simmer on low heat until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  7. 7 Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary and add lemon juice.
  8. 8 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of saffron soaked in warm milk to the dish before serving.