Curried Lamb With Peas And Mint - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
4 None cardamom pods, bruised
None None Lamb with Peas and Mint
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 None onion, thinly sliced
1 lb ground lamb
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled, grated
1/2 lb frozen peas
1 (13.5 oz) can green lentils, drained
2 None tomatoes, finely chopped
1 bunch fresh mint, chopped
None None plain yogurt, to serve
None None pappadums, to serve

Preparation

To make the spice mix, combine all spices. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over high heat. Saute onion for 4-5 mins, until lightly golden. Add ground lamb, garlic and ginger. Cook for 5-6 mins, breaking up lumps, until browned. Add spice mix, reduce heat and cook, covered, for 8-10 mins, stirring occasionally.
Add peas, lentils and 1/2 cup water. Cook for 4-5 mins, until liquid evaporates. Remove from heat. Season. Add tomatoes and mint. Serve with yogurt and pappadums.