Appetizer – Lamb Tareko (Nepali Food Recipe)

(Crispy Lamb Slices, Nepali Style)

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs. boneless lamb, cut into thin 2-inch long slices
• Oil for deep frying
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro for garnish

Marinade:

• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 2 tablespoon mustard oil (vegetable oil can also be used)
• 5 fresh red chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon timur (Szechwan pepper)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoon molasses
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• Salt

DIRECTIONS

• In a blender, combine all marinating ingredients to yield a smooth paste.
• In a large bowl, pour marinade over lamb pieces; mix well, cover, and let marinate for at least four hours.
• Heat oil in a deep fryer.
• Dip marinated lamb pieces in oil and fry until crispy.
• Garnish with chopped cilantro.
• Serve hot with mango chutney.

Source: http://nepalicooking.tripod.com./appetizer.htm
Author: Tulsi Regmi