Spiced Afghan Pumpkin & Lamb Ragu
Experience a stunning harmony of sweet and savory with this Afghan-inspired masterpiece, perfect for the autumn chill of Week 41. Tender pan-roasted pumpkin is layered with a zesty garlic-mint yogurt and topped with a deeply spiced, aromatic lamb ragu for a truly unique dinner experience.
In short
Spiced Afghan Pumpkin & Lamb Ragu takes about 45 minutes (15 min prep, 30 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 12 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Butternut squash, peeled and cubed800 g
- Ground lamb400 g
- Greek yogurt250 g
- Yellow onion, finely chopped1 stk
- Garlic cloves, minced4 stk
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Ground coriander1 tsp
- Turmeric1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon0.5 tsp
- Dried mint1 tsp
- Fresh ginger, grated1 tbsp
- Olive oil3 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, half of the minced garlic, the dried mint, and a pinch of salt. Set aside to let the flavors infuse.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet. Add the pumpkin cubes and turmeric. Sauté over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pumpkin is golden-brown and tender.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat the remaining oil and brown the ground lamb with the chopped onion. Cook until the onion is translucent and the lamb is fully cooked through.
- 4
Add the remaining garlic, ginger, coriander, cinnamon, and tomato paste to the lamb. Pour in 100ml of water, stir well, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the sauce is thick and fragrant.
- 5
To serve, spread a layer of the roasted pumpkin on each plate. Drizzle generously with the garlic-mint yogurt and top with the hot, spiced lamb ragu. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Questions and answers
How long does Spiced Afghan Pumpkin & Lamb Ragu take?
About 45 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 30 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 12 ingredients: Butternut squash, peeled and cubed, Ground lamb, Greek yogurt, Yellow onion, finely chopped, Garlic cloves, minced, Tomato paste …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
