Lamb cooked with lentils and vegetables

This deliciously piquant dish, Dhansak, originated in the state of Gujarat, where the ancient Persians first landed after fleeing from their own country (now known as Iran). Here, cubed lamb is browned and simmered with a mouthwatering medley of pungent, freshly ground spices, then brought together with separately prepared lentils and vegetables, before being served alongside basmati rice.