Curried Lamb Loaf

Elevate your dinner table with this richly spiced Curried Lamb Loaf, a flavorful twist on classic comfort food. This recipe combines tender ground lamb with a vibrant blend of curry powder, ground cumin, coriander, and chili powder, delivering a hearty dish infused with bold, aromatic spices. Moist and delicious, thanks to the addition of yogurt, egg, and breadcrumbs, this loaf is baked to perfection and slices beautifully. Fresh cilantro, a splash of lemon juice, and a hint of garlic bring a touch of brightness to the dish, balancing its robust flavors. Ready in just over an hour, this savory loaf is ideal for feeding a crowd and pairs beautifully with steamed basmati rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Whether for a family meal or an impressive dinner party main, this curried lamb loaf is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 50 grams full-fat yogurt
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon (to grease the loaf pan) butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a loaf pan with butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, and yogurt. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

Add the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix thoroughly until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the lamb mixture.

Step 4

Stir in the olive oil and lemon juice to add moisture and flavor to the mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the lamb mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down firmly to ensure there are no air pockets. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Place the loaf pan into the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 70°C or 160°F).

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This will help it hold its shape.

Step 8

Carefully slice the curried lamb loaf and serve it warm. Pair it with a side of steamed basmati rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1493.5

Total Fat 112.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 460.8mg	0%
Sodium 6020.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 26.9g	0%

Vitamin D 69.8IU	0%
Calcium 247.3mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 578.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 27.1%