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
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1 kg | Lamb , leg (raan) |
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1 cup | Yogurt |
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2 tablespoons | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1 tablespoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 tablespoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , powder |
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2 tablespoons | Lemon juice |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard oil |
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to taste | Salt |
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1 cup | Onion , sliced |
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1 cup | Cilantro , chopped |
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1 cup | Mint , chopped |
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4-5 | Green Chili , slit |
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1/2 cup | Ghee |
Instructions
- 1 Clean the leg of lamb and make deep incisions all over it.
- 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 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 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 5 Heat ghee in a large pan and fry the sliced onions until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 6 In the same ghee, sear the marinated lamb on all sides until browned.
- 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 Meanwhile, blend fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, and green chilies to make a chutney.
- 9 Once the lamb is cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 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.