It’s been roughly more than 10 days since I published my last post. I was pretty caught up with few things in life that have taken up more priority over anything else. Staying away from my laptop gave me more time to rest, unwind and recuperate. Although this break was “unplanned”, I realize getting myself unplugged from the blogging world for a few days was indeed so good for me that I seriously feel I should be doing this more often. 😛 But on a more serious note, I missed you all and there is a lot to catch up on. I will be eager to go through what’s been going on in the blogoshpere and I know I will get plenty of interesting stuff to read!
This dish, Dal Gosht, I had prepared a long time back but now I have got time out to share this wonderful recipe. A very delicious way to prepare lamb with lentils, this dish is quite popular in few parts of India like Hyderabad and hugely in Pakistan. The yummy combination of lentils with lamb does give you a wonderful opportunity to gulp down lamb chunks with very little guilt, knowing the fact that it includes the goodness and nutrition of lentils too. This royal dish is greatly enjoyed by non-vegetarians and it wouldn’t be exaggerating to mention that the recipe has an “oomph” factor to it. You will fall in love with it immediately the moment you bite into the deliciousness of the curry!
Ingredients:
Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
Cinnamon sticks – 3-4
Whole black peppercorn – 1/2 tsp
Cloves – 1/2 tsp
Onion – 1 large (finely chopped)
Tomatoes – 1 large (finely chopped)
Ginger-garlic-green chilli paste – 1.5 tsp
Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp
Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
Coriander powder – 1 tsp
Cumin powder – 1/2 tsp
Garam masala powder – 1 tsp
Lamb – 1/2 kg
Chilli paste – 1.5 tsp
Whipped yogurt – 1 tbsp
Split Moong lentils – 1/2 cup (boiled and cooked with a little turmeric)
Kasoori methi / Crushed Dried Fenugreek Leaves – 1 tsp
Salt – as per taste
Method:
I have used a pressure cooker to make this dish.
Heat some oil in a pressure cooker. Add the whole garam masala spices; ie cumin seeds, cinnamon sticks, cloves and black peppercorn. Let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Then add the finely chopped onions. When the onions turn pink, add the ginger-garlic-green chilli paste. Saute for a few mins. Then add in the crushed or finely chopped tomatoes. Add the spices – turmeric, red chilli powder and the coriander-cumin powder. mix and saute until the tomatoes turn mushy and oil starts oozing out from the sides.
Then add the lamb pieces, whipped yogurt and red chilli paste. Mix well and saute without adding any water for at least 10-15 mins. Let the lamb saute in its own juices.
After intensive sauteing, add some water just enough to cover the lamb pieces. Let it come to a boil. Cover it and pressure cook until the first whistle on a high flame and then for 20 mins on a low flame. P.S: The cooking time for lamb might vary depending on the kind of lamb used and also the pressure cooker.
After 20 mins, switch off the flame and let the pressure go down. Open the lid of the pressure cooker and switch on the flame. Add the boiled moong lentils and sprinkle kasoori methi powder and garam masala powder on top. Add salt to taste. Mix everything well and let this simmer for 5 mins.
Once done, delicious Dal Gosht will be ready to serve.
I served it with rice flour bhakris and a simple salad. Enjoy!
I have been missing some flavours in my life!!Hahaha😊 You got it on the right time. Furthermore, what shall i say about this dish!!(Its Tuesday!!😣)
But obviously it looks so provoking and Tangy!! The texture is so awesome!! Loved the dish through my eyes!!😊👍
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Thank you Vivek! Your words make my day. Your comments are so lovely and you’re always so appreciative. Thanks again! :)) Btw you can’t eat non-veg on Tuesdays right? :))
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this looks amazing….. will surely try some day…..
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Thank you Sudhir! Let me know how you like it :))
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sure…..
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It’s looking very delicious 🙂
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Thanks so much Prajakta :))
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So glad you are back!!!!
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Thank you :)) I am so excited to be back :))
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Welcome back💕 I love your cooking inspite of the fact that I am pure vegetarian😊
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Thanks Kiran:)) That coming from a pure vegetarian and an avid cook like you, does mean a lot!! 🙂
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You are welcome, mona!
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Dekhlei khete iche korchey.Beautiful colour and lovely texture.
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Thanks Anuradha di! Tomar kosha mangshor recipe ta to heavy chilo. ekhono mone ache amar :)) ❤
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Thank you Mona.Good you are back.Tomake khub miss korlam.
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Amio miss korechi di! Ekta choto break nie borom bhaloi holo….ekdom fresh hoe fire esechi 😉
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True.Aami bhablam kolkata geyecho bodhoy.Jai hok its really required .
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Shotti 🙂
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Khub bhalo hoyeche dekhte! Bhison khide pelo khabar ta dekhe!😋😋
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Thanks re. Kemon achis Payel? Shorir kemon ekhon?
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R bolis na, amar ekta asukh ache! Ekhon hospital e 😃! Tui ki kore dhorli?😦
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Gelo baar salad reciper poste tui likhechilis tor shorir bhalo na. Kintu emon ki holo tor. I hope kichu serious na
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It’s a long story Mona! You will get bored! Tar theke bol what are u cooking next ?
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Arey ekhon onek kom kom khacchi ami. Dieting korchi. 😉 You take care of urself. Beshi stress nish na. Sob thik hoe jabe.
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Thank you so much Mona! My husband lost 30kg after 4 month of dieting and exercise !Absolutely necessary for healthy living! Keep doing it!
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WOW! 30 kg in 4 months! good yaar! Tobe amar eto lose korte hobe na 😀 4-5 kilo loose korlei joteshtho hobe amar jonne :))
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Ha ! or khub weight besi hoyegeachilo, r kono upaye chilo na, strict diet r exercise chara!
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I agree with Payel, whatever it means. Looks great! Hungry now 😋
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Haha! She meant she is hungry now :)) You got it well :). Love your sense of humor :)) ❤
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Well so am I haha 😂 But I’m going over to eat salmon at some friends. Won’t be as good as yours. You Indian women amaze me. You all look so kind, beautifully l and happy and cook like chefs. What more do you want lol. 💚
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Well thanks so much for the compliment! Means a lot😄 Enjoy your salmon. Darn now I am craving for some salmon!😆
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This looks wonderful! I am normally not a much of a lamb fan, but I did make a lentil dish myself this past weekend if you want to visit my blog. You can tell autumn is coming with the preparation of lentils and such! 🙂 I would imagine the spices you used offset the gamy taste of the lamb, which is what I usually don’t like. Wonderful post and photos, as always!
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Thank you Vanessa! Lentils are the love of my life & I pretty much can’t do without them, be it any time of the year. :)) You are right…the spices and the lentils add so much flavors to this dish. It does make a hearty meal. I will be right on my way to your blog to check out your lovely recipe😊🖒
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You are back with the bang😃… yummy recipe… I am not sure whether you received my email..
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Thank yoy dearie! Oh did you send me an email? Haven’t checked it yet. Will check it out asap!😄
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Nothing like salivating while reading!! I love your ingredients and your method of cooking. Rarely do I see anything fried by you. Your finished products are simply REAL FOOD I encourage my readers to eat in place of “food like substances” filled with chemicals, preservatives and dyes. Such a pleasure to see what’s on the menu!
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You are right Doctor…I hardly fry things! Except for “pooris” and that too only on special occasions. My parents have diabetes and high cholesterol issues. So that gives me a good reason to remain cautious and stay away from deep fried goods. Thank you so much for your kind words :))
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I’m a fan of lamb but I was just thinking that I need to start cooking lentils again. Too much meat in my western diet. 🙂
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Haha yes too much meat is not good. Adding up lentils to your regular diet will seem to balance up! 🙂
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Such a yummy and wholesome recipe! I was on break for almost 2 months..hehe.. Yes it’s good to unwind, unplug and just take a break sometimes. Totally refreshes you! Welcome back 🙂
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Thank you Freda! You are right…taking a break just freshens up our minds! :)) ❤
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Mouth watering recipe! Can chicken be used instead of Lamb?
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Thanks Archana. Yes you can use chicken too. In fact if you’re making this with chicken, I would suggest you use Chana dal. Chicken and chana dal somehow go great together :))
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Welcome back, dear Mona! Your delicious recipes were missed!
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Thank you Dolly. You’re such a sweety ❤
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This looks delicious, especially with rice.
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Thanks so much Anna. This will taste incredible with rice! :))
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Yes! My weakness he he….
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It looks so nice. I love lamb, and it’s nice to have the moral protection of some lentils too when I’m eating it. 🙂
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That’s true! You tend to immerse yourself in a guilt-free meal with the “moral protection” of lentils! :)) Lentils are such a blessing! 😀
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Yes, indeed! 🙂
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Welcome back on board Mona:) lamb ghost one of my favourites.
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Hey thanks Sumith! I had Sadya with my friends. It was really good…but the funny thing about it was… there was no avial! Which is so not common about a Sadya. But anyways, everything else was really good! My daughter loved the mango curry with boiled rice. :))
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Happy to hear from you after a long time. Glad you enjoyed the sadhya:) sadhya is incomplete with out avial. It’s bit tricky in making. May be some body skipped that😂 My little one too love that mango pulissery.
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Looks so delicious!
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Thank you- enjoy!! :))
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Do you have a recipe for hyderabadi PAYA served with biryani. My wife prepares biryani and I always tell her that it reminds me of Hyderabad house in Bangalore but yes they used to served paya with that.
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I do make paya sometimes…it’s very good for bone health. I will put up the recipe as soon as I get hold of some good quality lamb bones :))
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Lamb bone is necessary can’t we opt for anything else
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I am not sure if we can make paya with anything else other than lamb bones. 🙄
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difficult to find here in ahmedabad 😛
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Oh ok😆…..maybe you can relocate to someplace else🤔😉
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I am desperately trying to shift my base if I get a better professional opportunity hope . Hope that will settle the score
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I missed you too Mona !!…But I totally understand, disconnect from the online world is needed sometimes…don’t go away for too long though 😉
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Yes Divya. It’s really important. Dont worry come what may, you’ll always find me hanging around in this corner of the internet 😎
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Looks so yummy!!
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Thank you Anu😊
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It looks and sounds soooo delicious, Mona!! 🙂 And no worries about catching up with everything, we all need a break from time to time 😉 Glad you’re back again though 😀 xxxxxx
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Thanks Sarah! Yes dear taking occasional breaks really helps a lot. ❤
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yummmm
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thanks dearie!!
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This is yumm!!
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Indeed! Thanks so much 🙂
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Thanks for the likes and follow Mona :). You have an awesome blog, happy to connect with you here. ashu
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Thanks so much Ashu. Glad to follow your lovely blog and recipes 🙂
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😊
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Mona, I had an unplanned break too because my computer crashed……just getting back…..your dal gosht looks perfect for the fall!
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Thanks hon!
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great very good grade 7 stars you can get hungry after the!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Nice!! never tried lentils with lamb..
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It is delicious and healthy! I am sure you will love it :))
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