Mandip Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 to 3 pounds of lamb or goat meat, bone-in and cut into large pieces
• 2 cups of basmati rice, thoroughly washed and soaked for 30 minutes
• 4 cups of water or broth, for cooking the rice
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons of ghee or vegetable oil
• 2 pieces black lime (loomi), dried, crushed for smoky tang
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin, adds earthiness
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander, provides citrusy notes
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, for color and mild flavor
• 1 large cinnamon stick, adds sweet warmth
• 4-5 pods cardamom, light floral aroma
• 3-4 whole cloves, pungent and sweet
• 1 whole bay leaf, slightly floral herb flavor
• 2 teaspoons salt, essential for seasoning
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, adds heat