Braised Lamb Shanks With Masala Raan

Pungent Indian spices make up this masala. Cumin, coriander, saffron, turmeric and garam masala dissolve into a rich sauce for tender, braised lamb shanks.

From Curries to Kebabs by Madhur Jaffery

Gujarati Mango Soup

This sweet, sour, and hot, soup gets its flavor from mangoes, chile peppers, yogurt, curry leaves, and spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander.

Brown Rice

Brown rice is the perfect complement for tender, spicy lamb curry or any stew with a rich braising liquid. Make the rice while the meat is cooking.

Pear Chutney

A wonderful accompaniment for the tender meat and spiciness of lamb curry. The chutney’s flavor tastes better when made ahead. It will keep for weeks.

Lamb Curry with Pear Chutney, Brown Rice, and Okra

Jacques Pepin makes lamb curry by cutting the meat into small pieces and grinding whole spices into curry powder for maximum flavor. Serve with brown rice.

Ghee

Clarified Butter, or Ghee

Clarified butter, the end result of removing the water and milk solids from butter, is used in many ways, especially Indian cooking, in which it’s called ghee.

Indian Milk Fritters

Indian Milk Fritters | Gulab Jamun

Have yourself a merry little Diwali or, as we like to think of it, a festival of ridiculous amounts of fried dough marvelousness.

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