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Cape Malay Curry

South African · Southern Africa STOVETOP
8/10

Fragrant, mildly spiced lamb curry from Cape Town's Malay community with potatoes and aromatic spices.

Lamb Curry Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Cape Malay curries are distinctively milder and more aromatic than Indian curries, relying on whole spices and fresh curry leaves for fragrance rather than chili heat.

Key Ingredients

lamb onion garlic ginger curry leaves cinnamon cardamom potatoes tomato

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