"At Shahpura Bagh, a luxurious guesthouse in the Rajasthani countryside, chefs marinate lamb in yogurt to make it exceptionally tender, then give it an extra burst of tangy flavor with a basting of lemon butter just before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
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1 1/2 cups water
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2 pounds trimmed boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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1 1/2 teaspoons pure chile powder, such as ancho
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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1 large garlic clove, minced
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Kosher salt
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Six 1-by-2-inch strips of lemon peel
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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3 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter, melted