Whole30 Lamb Rogan Josh

Experience the bold, fragrant flavors of this Whole30 Lamb Rogan Josh, a healthier take on the classic Indian-inspired dish. Made with tender chunks of boneless lamb shoulder slow-simmered in a creamy spiced sauce of coconut milk and tomato paste, this recipe delivers rich, aromatic depth with a blend of coriander, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat. Perfectly Whole30-compliant, this dish swaps traditional dairy for coconut milk, making it both paleo-friendly and dairy-free. It's an ideal one-pot comfort meal, ready in just over an hour, and pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or your favorite roasted vegetables. Topped with a fresh sprinkle of cilantro, this Lamb Rogan Josh is a hearty, flavor-packed dinner that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 chopped large onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon, grated fresh ginger
• 1 cup canned coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup water
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Cut the lamb shoulder into 1.5-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the lamb cubes to the pot. Sear the meat on all sides until well-browned, about 10 minutes.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the tomato paste, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the spice mix to the pot, stirring to coat the lamb thoroughly.

Step 8

Pour in the canned coconut milk and water. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 10

Check occasionally and stir the pot to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a bit more water as needed.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your Whole30 Lamb Rogan Josh alongside vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1640.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3226.1

Total Fat 269.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 146.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 3041.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 173.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 294.0mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 3795.5mg	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: 73.1%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 5.9%