Tandoori Champ (Indian Lamb Ribs)

Tandoori Champ (Indian Lamb Ribs)

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In India these ribs would be cooked in a tandoor, a clay oven. To achieve a similar oven-roasted effect on a charcoal or gas grill, cook the ribs over indirect heat, then finish them with a sear...

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Cooking tools:

  • Spice grinder
  • Food processor
  • Grill
  • Roasting pan
  • Skillet
  • Refrigerator
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 2 racks (2 lb.) lamb spareribs (often called Denver ribs)
  • 1 tbsp. cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp. garam masala
  • 8 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 (4″-piece) ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1⁄2 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
  • 1⁄4 cup malt vinegar
  • 3 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp. ground cardamom
  • 1 1⁄2 tsp. red food coloring
  • 1 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
  • Melted unsalted butter, for serving

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