READY IN: 2 hrs 30 mins

SERVES: 4-6

INGREDIENTS

• 2 ¹⁄₂ cm fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 8  garlic cloves, peeled
• 4  tablespoons water
• 275 -425  ml water
• 10  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1  kg boneless lamb shoulder or 1  kg stewing beef or 1  kg  diced chicken
• 10  whole cardamom pods
• 2  bay leaves
• 6  whole cloves
• 10  peppercorns
• 2 ¹⁄₂ cm cinnamon sticks
• 4  medium onions, peeled and finely chopped
• 1  teaspoon ground coriander
• 2  teaspoons cumin seeds
• 4  teaspoons paprika
• 1  teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 6  tablespoons plain yogurt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon garam masala
•  fresh ground pepper