A Cape Malay sweet-sour lamb stew with tamarind, onion, bay, warm spices, and a dark glossy sauce.
20 min prep 80 min cook
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Dissolve the tamarind paste in half a cup of hot water and strain.
Sear the lamb in oil for 8 minutes.
Add the onions and soften for 10 minutes.
Add the bay leaves, cloves, allspice, salt, and black pepper.
Add the tamarind water, brown sugar, and remaining hot water.
Cook the stew over low heat for 60 minutes.
When the sauce thickens, let it rest for 10 minutes and serve.
💡 Tip: Loosening and straining the tamarind with a little hot water keeps the sauce smooth and evenly tart.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with yellow rice, cucumber sambal, and lemon wedges.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~500
kcal calories
34
g protein
22
g carbs
30
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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