Raan

Raan

Raan

Whole leg of lamb marinated with papaya paste and spices, then slow-cooked in a sealed vessel until the meat falls off the bone with the slightest pressure.

Cuisines

Awadhi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Build a full meal around Raan

Get a matched combo of sides and accents

Recipe

Prep: 30 min Cook: 120 min Total: 150 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Lamb 1 kg Lamb , leg (raan)
Yogurt 1 cup Yogurt
ginger-garlic paste 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
red chili powder 1 tablespoon Red chili powder
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
coriander powder 1 tablespoon Coriander powder
garam masala 1 teaspoon Garam masala
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , powder
lemon juice 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
mustard oil 2 tablespoons Mustard oil
salt to taste Salt
Onion 1 cup Onion , sliced
Cilantro 1 cup Cilantro , chopped
Mint 1 cup Mint , chopped
Green Chili 4-5 Green Chili , slit
ghee 1/2 cup Ghee

Instructions

  1. 1 Clean the leg of lamb and make deep incisions all over it.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, cumin powder, lemon juice, mustard oil, and salt to create a marinade.
  3. 3 Apply the marinade generously over the lamb, ensuring it penetrates the incisions. Let it marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  5. 5 Heat ghee in a large pan and fry the sliced onions until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  6. 6 In the same ghee, sear the marinated lamb on all sides until browned.
  7. 7 Transfer the seared lamb to a baking dish, cover with foil, and roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
  8. 8 Meanwhile, blend fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, and green chilies to make a chutney.
  9. 9 Once the lamb is cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  10. 10 Garnish with fried onions and serve hot with the mint chutney.

Tips

For deeper flavor, allow the lamb to marinate overnight. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.