Dry-Fried Nepali Lamb Choila with Mustard Oil and Fenugreek

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A dry-fried lamb dish infused with mustard oil and fenugreek seeds, delivering a smoky and spicy Nepali street food experience. This Nepali-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, diced, mustard oil, fenugreek seeds for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Nepali cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp mustard oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat until hot and slightly smoking. Add 1 tsp fenugreek seeds and fry for 20 seconds until aromatic.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Step 3: Toss in 1 lb diced lamb shoulder and sear on all sides for 6-7 minutes until browned and slightly crispy edges develop.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 finely chopped small green chili, 1 tsp red chili powder, and 1 tsp salt, mixing well to coat the lamb.
  5. Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low and dry-fry the lamb, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until cooked through and dry but tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for a fresh finish.
  7. Step 7: Serve warm as a spicy side or appetizer with steamed rice or flatbread.

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