{"id":"recipe_e95e348993","slug":"rogan-josh","title":"Rogan Josh","description":"A classic, slow-cooked Kashmiri lamb curry characterized by its intense red color and aromatic sauce made with yogurt and a blend of distinct spices like fennel and ginger.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":90,"totalMinutes":105,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"800g Lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5 inch cubes","name":"Lamb Shoulder","quantity":800,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.76,"usUnit":"lb","form":"cubed","notes":"boneless shoulder or leg","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"4 tablespoons Ghee","name":"Ghee","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"clarified butter","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing)","name":"Asafoetida","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Hing","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 Black Cardamom pods","name":"Black Cardamom Pods","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"4 Green Cardamom pods","name":"Green Cardamom Pods","quantity":4,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 inch Cinnamon stick","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"stick","notes":"1 inch long","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tablespoons Kashmiri Chili Powder","name":"Chilli","quantity":16,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"for color and mild heat","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1.5 tablespoons Fennel powder","name":"Fennel","quantity":9,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"Saunf powder","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tablespoon Ginger powder","name":"Ginger","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"Sonth","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 cup plain Greek yogurt, whisked","name":"Greek Yogurt","quantity":245,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"whisked","notes":"plain, full fat","group":"Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the black cardamom, green cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Let them sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.","group":"Sear","title":"Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Sear"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the cubed lamb to the pot. Sear the meat until it is browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in the asafoetida (hing) and salt during the last minute of searing.","group":"Sear","title":"Add the cubed lamb","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Sear"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a small bowl, mix the Kashmiri chili powder with 2 tablespoons of water to create a paste. Reduce heat to low and add the chili paste to the meat. Stir well for 1 minute to avoid burning the spices.","group":"Flavoring","title":"Mix the Kashmiri chili powder","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Flavoring"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the whisked yogurt one tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly to prevent it from curdling. Continue until all the yogurt is incorporated.","group":"Sauce","title":"Add the whisked yogurt one tablespoon","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Sauce"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the fennel powder and ginger powder. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to the lowest setting.","group":"Slow Cook","title":"Add the fennel powder and ginger powder","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Slow Cook"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Simmer gently for 75-80 minutes, or until the lamb is fork-tender and the oil separates and floats to the top (the 'rogan'). Remove whole spices before serving.","group":"Slow Cook","title":"Simmer gently for 75-80 minutes, or","timerMinutes":80,"sourceTitle":"Slow Cook"}],"notes":"The key to a great Rogan Josh is the quality of the lamb and the use of authentic Kashmiri chili powder, which provides a deep red color without excessive heat. Traditionally, this Kashmiri Pandit style recipe does not use onion or garlic, relying instead on asafoetida and yogurt for body.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Kashmiri"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["slow_cook","sear","simmer"],"equipment":["Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven","Whisk","Small bowl"],"diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","low_carb"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Approximately 350-400g per serving"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Rogan Josh tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop. Reheat gently on the stove."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on low heat with a splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e95e348993%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d32c3802-b06a-4f64-a8fa-26d6869a23e1","imageAlt":"Rogan Josh — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["lamb","curry","spicy","indian","kashmiri","high protein","slow cooked"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Rogan Josh","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:11:56.631Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:11:56.631Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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