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How Long to Cook Lamb Curry / Rogan Josh (Boneless Lamb Shoulder Chunks) in the instant pot

Specification: 2 lb boneless lamb shoulder or leg, trimmed of excess hard fat and cut into 1.5-inch cubes, browned on Sauté mode, then pressure cooked with spiced tomato-onion curry gravy and 1/2 cup water

Target Temp
Heat Waves
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
Pressure Level
Total Time
Clock Time
25–28 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Pressure Release
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
195°F–205°F internal (USDA FSIS safe minimum 145°F, cooked to 195°F+ for collagen breakdown)
USDA Safe Pull

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Add lamb curry / rogan josh (boneless lamb shoulder chunks) (2 lb boneless lamb shoulder or leg, trimmed of excess hard fat and cut into 1.5-inch cubes, browned on Sauté mode, then pressure cooked with spiced tomato-onion curry gravy and 1/2 cup water) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi) for 25–28 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Pressure Release.

2
Pressure Cook

Cook at High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi) for 25–28 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Pressure Release.

3
Check & Rest

Lamb chunks yield easily under the side of a wooden spoon with zero rubbery resistance; connective collagen has converted to gelatin; curry sauce is rich and glossy. Confirm internal temperature reaches 195°F–205°F internal (USDA FSIS safe minimum 145°F, cooked to 195°F+ for collagen breakdown). Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS "Lamb from Farm to Table" safe cooking standards (145°F minimum; braising cuts cooked to 195°F+ for tenderness); Instant Pot Meat/Stew Program guidelines (25–30 min for 1.5-inch lamb cubes); America's Test Kitchen Pressure Cooker Curry testing.

Pro Tip: Always deglaze the bottom of the stainless inner pot thoroughly after sautéing the lamb and onions before locking the lid. Any browned spices or meat fond stuck to the base will insulate the thermal sensor and trigger a frustrating "BURN" error 5 minutes into the pressure cycle.
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