Namibian Lamb Curry

Name: Namibian Lamb Curry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Namibian
Ingredients: 1kg lamb shoulder, cubed; 2 onions, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp curry powder; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cumin; 1 cinnamon stick; 1/2 cup dried apricots; 1/4 cup flaked almonds; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 cup lamb stock; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt to taste; Fresh coriander for garnish

Lam Kerrie (lum KEH-ree)

Cape Malay Style Lamb Curry

⏱ Prep Time 1 hour 30 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 456 kcal

A fragrant, mildly spiced lamb curry with apricots and almonds, reflecting the Cape Malay influence that traveled north to Namibia.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 32.0g

Carbs 28.0g

Fat 24.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free dairy-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ tree nuts

Equipment Needed

large pot wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep bowl

Garnishes: fresh coriander, toasted almonds

Accompaniments: basmati rice, sambals, chutney

Ingredients

1kg lamb shoulder, cubed
2 onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup flaked almonds
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup lamb stock
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander for garnish

Instructions

1
Heat oil and brown lamb cubes in batches. Set aside.
2
Sauté onions and garlic until golden. Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Fry 1 minute.
3
Add tomatoes and cook until saucy.
4
Return lamb, add stock and apricots. Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour until lamb is tender.
6
Toast almonds and stir into the curry. Garnish with coriander and serve.

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Did You Know?

The addition of dried fruit to savoury curries is a hallmark of Cape Malay cooking that gives Namibian curries their unique sweet-savoury balance.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
wooden spoon

Garnishing

fresh coriander, toasted almonds

Accompaniments

basmati rice, sambals, chutney

The Story Behind Namibian Lamb Curry

Cape Malay cuisine, brought by enslaved workers from Southeast Asia to the Cape Colony, influenced cooking throughout southern Africa. Namibian lamb curry reflects this heritage with its aromatic spice blends, fruit additions, and gentle heat.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed sunday lunch, special dinners 📜 Origins: Cape Malay influence, 18th-19th century

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