Ingredients

  • 2 lb. stewing lamb
  • 1/2 c. plain yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp. finely minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. finely minced ginger
  • 2 Tbsp. ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. mace
  • 2 cardamom pods, crushed
  • salt to taste
  • 1 1/2 c. (3 sticks) butter
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 4 whole peppercorns
  • 2 to 3 lb. head cabbage, quartered
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, halved

Method

  • Rinse lamb.
  • Combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, coriander, cloves, cinnamon, mace, cardamom and salt.
  • Marinate lamb in mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Melt 1 stick of butter in a Dutch oven.
  • Add onions and saute until lightly browned.
  • Add lamb and marinade.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat without adding water for 1/2 hour.