Rogan Josh Style Lamb and Lentil Curry

a) Meanwhile, heat a large frying pan on high heat (no oil).

b) Once hot, add the lamb mince and fry until browned, 5-6 mins. Use a spoon to break it up as it cooks. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince. It's cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

c) Once the lamb is browned, drain and discard any excess fat. Season with salt and pepper.

a) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

b) Drain and rinse the lentils in a sieve.

c) Stir the rogan josh curry paste, curry powder and garlic into the lamb. Cook, stirring, for 1 min.

a) Add the passata, water for the sauce (see pantry for amount) and chicken stock paste to the pan, then stir together.

b) Stir in the lentils, season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar (if you have any), then simmer until thickened, 4-5 mins.

c) Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick.

a) Add the spinach to the curry a handful at a time and cook until wilted and piping hot, 1-2 mins.

b) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.