Cut the meat into 4cm cubes. Purée the shallots, garlic, ginger and chillies in a food processor. Put all these ingredients in a wide sauté pan or a wok, add the bay leaf, lemongrass ...

In some parts of Asia, such as India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, goat can be referred to as mutton. This is not to be confused with the English use of the word, meaning the meat of an adult sheep.

If you can't find goat, use cubed leg of lamb instead ... Add the stock and cook over a medium heat for 20 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the curry dry. If it isn't dry within 20 ...