Slow Cooker Indian-Spiced Lamb Curry with Tomato and Yogurt

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

A comforting lamb curry slow-cooked with fragrant Indian spices, tomatoes, and creamy yogurt for a rich, tender dish. This Indian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 440 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, vegetable oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes lamb shoulder
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large, finely chopped onion
• 1 tbsp ginger paste
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped onion and sauté for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp ginger paste and 1 tbsp garlic paste, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to toast the spices.
4. Step 4: Transfer the spice mixture to a slow cooker. Add 1.5 lbs cubed lamb shoulder, 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 cup water. Stir gently to combine.
5. Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until lamb is tender.
6. Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup plain yogurt just before serving to add creaminess. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.