
Durban Pilau Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 kg lamb, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 6 tbsp Spicemaster Pilau Masala
- 4 medium onions, sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, peeled and minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 4 large potatoes, quartered
- 2 medium tomatoes, grated
- 4 cups basmati rice, soaked for 3 hours
- 1 cup of peas, parboiled
- 1 cup fresh coriander, chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup plain yoghurt
- ½ cup cooking oil
Preparation
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Heat the oil to a medium heat and fry the onions until golden brown, then drain the onions and set aside.
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Fry the potatoes in oil on a medium heat until golden brown, then drain the potatoes and set aside.
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Combine the lamb pieces, ginger and garlic, Spicemaster Pilau Masala, lemon juice, fresh mint, fresh coriander, fried onions, tomatoes, plain yoghurt, and oil into a mixing bowl and ensure that the meat is thoroughly coated with the mixture. Set aside to marinade for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavours to penetrate and naturally tenderize the meat.
Method
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Place the marinated mixture into a pot and cook on a medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add hot water as required to prevent sticking. Simmer until the lamb is tender, approximately 45 minutes to an hour.
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Add in 3 cups of hot water, stir until well blended.
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Add the soaked rice and the fried potatoes and recess into the gravy. Stir in peas. Cook on medium heat for 1 hour until the water has evaporated.
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Add salt to taste. Serve with raita, carrot salad and pickled vegetables.
Contains no additives or preservatives
Allergen(s): Mustard Seed