Namibian Lamb Curry Potjie with Pumpkin Pap (Namibisches Lammcurry Potjie mit Kürbispap)

This Namibian Lamb Curry Potjie with Pumpkin Pap is a traditional Namibian dish that is rich in flavor and perfect for a hearty meal. The combination of tender lamb and aromatic spices makes this dish a standout in Namibian cuisine.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Namibian Namibian Cuisine Lamb Curry Potjie Recipe Pumpkin Pap
Namibian Lamb Curry Potjie with Pumpkin Pap (Namibisches Lammcurry Potjie mit Kürbispap)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg lamb, cut into chunks
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cups beef or lamb stock
  • 1 kg pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups maize meal
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large potjie pot over medium heat. Add the lamb chunks and brown them on all sides. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add the minced garlic, curry powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon stick. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
  3. Return the browned lamb to the pot. Pour in the beef or lamb stock and bring to a simmer. Cover the potjie with a lid and let the lamb simmer for 1.5 hours, or until tender.
  4. While the lamb is simmering, prepare the pumpkin pap. In a separate pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add the cubed pumpkin and cook until tender. Mash the cooked pumpkin and gradually stir in the maize meal until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve the Namibian Lamb Curry Potjie with Pumpkin Pap hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
30g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large potjie pot Large spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Pot for pumpkin pap

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Enjoy the Namibian Lamb Curry Potjie with Pumpkin Pap alongside a fresh green salad and a glass of South African red wine.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Adjust the spiciness of the curry by adding more or less curry powder to suit your taste preferences.

Cost

$30