Heat the oil or ghee in a saucepan. Add the onions
and fry until golden.
Stir in the turmeric.
coriander, cumin, chili powder, cloves and curry
leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the lamb and
coconut and fry, stirring, until well browned.
Pour
in the water and add the salt. Cover and simmer for
45 minutes or until the lamb is tender.
Transfer to
a warmed serving dish and serve immediately.