Lamb Tareko
(Crispy Lamb Slices, Nepali Style)

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. boneless lamb, cut into thin 2-inch long slices
• Oil for deep frying
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro for garnish

Marinade:

• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 2 tablespoon mustard oil (vegetable oil can also be used)
• 5 fresh red chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon timur (Szechwan pepper)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoon molasses
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• Salt

Cooking Instructions:

In a blender, combine all marinating ingredients to yield a smooth paste. In a large bowl, pour marinade over lamb pieces; mix well, cover, and let marinate for at least four hours.

Heat oil in a deep fryer. Dip marinated lamb pieces in oil and fry until crispy. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with mango chutney.