Lamb Saag (Lamb Palak / Saag Gosht)

Name: Lamb Saag (Lamb Palak / Saag Gosht)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds lamb shoulder (cut into medium cubes); 4 cups fresh spinach (packed); 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped); 2 medium tomatoes (chopped); 1 tablespoon ginger paste; 1 tablespoon garlic paste; 2 tablespoons yogurt; 2 tablespoons ghee (or oil); ½ to 1 cup water (as needed); Salt (to taste); 1 tablespoon cream (optional); 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 bay leaf; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1-1½ teaspoons Kashmiri chili powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 2 teaspoons kasoori methi ((dried fenugreek leaves))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:55min

This lamb saag is a smooth, vibrant spinach curry with tender pieces of lamb that soak up the warm spices. Also called lamb palak or saag gosht, it pairs well with basmati rice, naan, or roti.

Updated at: Thu, 05 Nov 2026 03:51:26 GMT