Description
Instant Pot Lamb Curry with Vegetables is a quick, hearty, and flavorful dish combining tender lamb shoulder, fresh vegetables, and a vibrant spice blend. Made entirely in one pot, it delivers a rich, balanced meal perfect for weeknights or any time you crave a warm, satisfying curry with minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Meat
- Lamb shoulder, cubed – 1.5 lbs
Vegetables
- Onion, chopped – 1 large
- Garlic cloves, minced – 3
- Fresh ginger, grated – 1 tablespoon
- Tomatoes, diced – 2 medium
- Carrots, sliced – 2 medium
- Potatoes, cubed – 2 medium
- Green peas – 1 cup
Spices and Seasonings
- Cumin – 1 teaspoon
- Coriander – 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric – 1/2 teaspoon
- Chili powder – 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) – 1 tablespoon
- Apple cider vinegar (natural) – 1 tablespoon
- Natural gelling agent – 1 teaspoon
Liquids
- Coconut milk (plant-based) – 1 cup
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, chopped – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a splash of oil and cook the chopped onions until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute to build the curry’s flavor base.
- Brown the Lamb: Add the cubed lamb shoulder to the pot and brown on all sides to lock in juices and deepen the savory flavor. Sprinkle in the spice blend – cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder – and stir to coat the meat evenly.
- Add Vegetables and Liquids: Stir in the diced tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, green peas, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Pour in the apple cider vinegar and coconut milk (plant-based). Add the natural gelling agent to help thicken the sauce during cooking.
- Pressure Cook: Seal the Instant Pot lid properly and set it to pressure cook on high for 25 minutes to ensure lamb is tender and vegetables are perfectly cooked.
- Release and Finish: Perform a quick pressure release carefully. Open the lid and gently stir the curry. Adjust seasoning if needed, then sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, well-marbled lamb shoulder for best tenderness and flavor.
- Toast whole spices before adding ground spices when possible to deepen aroma.
- Do not skip sautéing aromatics and browning lamb to build flavor layers.
- Add natural gelling agent toward the end or after pressure release for optimal sauce consistency.
- Use liquids sparingly; the coconut milk and apple cider vinegar create a balanced, creamy sauce.
- Ensure Instant Pot lid is sealed tightly for proper pressure cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Instant Pot, Lamb Curry, Vegetables, One-Pot Meal, Quick Dinner, Spiced Curry, Plant-Based, Comfort Food
