Masala meatballs curry is a delicious and authentic side dish made with lean meatballs in spiced gravy. Any minced meat such as chicken, beef or lamb can be used in this dish.
This is an Indian version of meatballs curry and it is delish. The masala meatballs are simmered in a spicy and creamy gravy to make a rich and tasty dinner.
This curry makes a great meal when served with jeera rice or naan and salad.
For the masala meatballs curry….
Ingredients
- 1 kg. Beef mince
- 5 Onions, chopped very fine
- 4 tbsp. Garlic paste, divided
- 2 tbsps. Ginger paste, divided
- 2 tbsps. Garam Masala, for the koftas
- 3 tbsps. Tomato Ketchup
- 2 tbsps. Coriander leaves, chopped fine
- Salt, to taste
- 3 tbsp. Cooking oil
- 2 tsp. Coriander powder
- 1 tsp. Cumin powder
- ½ tsp. Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp. Chilli powder
- 1 tsp. Garam masala, for the gravy
- 4 large Tomatoes, cubed
- ¼ cup Coconut milk or Cream
Method
- Put the minced beef, 2 of the chopped onions, 2 tablespoons of garlic paste, 1 tablespoon ginger paste, 2 tablespoons of garam masala, tomato ketchup, and coriander leaves in a large bowl and mix well.
- Form the mixture into equal-sized balls and keep on a plate.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the meatballs on a baking tray and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until they are half cooked.
- Heat the oil in a pan and add the remaining onions. Fry until they are light brown then add the remainder of the ginger and garlic paste. Fry for a minute.
- Add all the powdered spices (coriander, cumin, red chilli powder, garam masala, and turmeric) before frying for two to three minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and mix well. Fry the masala till the oil begins to separate from it.
- Add 2 cups of warm water to the masala and season with salt to taste. Gently add the half cooked meatballs. Do not stir for at least the next five minutes.
- Stir gently so as not to break the meatballs.
- Cook uncovered until the meatballs are done.
- Next add cream to it. The gravy can be as thick as you like, so add or dry up the water as needed.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve with naan or rice and salad and enjoy!