Go Back
+ servings
Achar Gosht

Achar Gosht

by Nabeela Kauser
Achar gosht brings bold, tangy, and spicy flavours together in a hearty curry that’s full of warmth. Perfect for special meals or whenever we crave something with serious depth and aroma.
5 from 11 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Pakistani
Servings 4
Calories 997 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 kg lamb bone-in or boneless
  • 100 ml oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste
  • 2 medium onions finely sliced
  • 400 g canned tomatoes
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 bullet chillies slit
  • 500 ml water
  • 2 tbsp mixed achar pickle – adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp dried fenugreek kasuri methi
  • 1 handful fresh coriander chopped
  • 1 inch ginger julienned

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pan or karahi.
  • Add sliced onions and cook on medium heat until golden brown (around 6–8 minutes).
  • Add ginger and garlic paste, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add lamb and cook on high heat until browned and sealed.
  • Add tomatoes and cook until oil separates and tomatoes break down (about 6-8 minutes).
  • Add the spices. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Pour in the water, mix well, cover and simmer on low heat for 1 hour (until lamb is tender). Make sure to stir occasionally.
  • Once cooked and liquid is reduced, add achar and the bullet chilli and cook for another 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Finish with dried fenugreek, chopped coriander, and julienned ginger. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes uncovered.

Video

Notes

Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 997kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 45gFat: 83gSaturated Fat: 27gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 183mgSodium: 966mgPotassium: 1098mgFibre: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 710IUVitamin C: 63mgVitamin D: 0.3µgCalcium: 112mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Curry, Gosht
Tried this recipe?Mention @CookwithNabeela or tag #CookwithNabeela!