Lamb or Pork Koftas – India

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 4
Lamb or Pork Koftas with Indian Spices
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 egg , beaten
3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1/8 teaspoon ground mace ( see recipe note regarding garam masala )
1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground pork
4 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons usli ghee or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 medium onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
2 teaspoons gingerroot , grated
1 can tomato sauce
1 can green chili peppers , rinsed , seeded , and chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup water
1 carton plain yogurt
1 tablespoon parsley , snipped
hot cooked rice or chapati

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
605
Sugar
6g
Fat
45g
Koftas are a type of Indian meatball that are typically made with a variety of meats and spices. This recipe calls for either ground lamb or ground pork mixed with spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cumin. The center of each kofta contains a hard-boiled egg, making these meatballs unique and interesting. Typically served with hot rice or flatbread, these koftas are a perfect main dish for your next Indian-inspired feast. The variety of spices used in this recipe give the dish an aromatic and complex flavor that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine the beaten egg, soft breadcrumbs, plain yogurt, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground cumin, ground red pepper, ground cloves, and ground mace.
2.Add the ground lamb or ground pork and mix until well combined.
3.Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a firm ball. Insert a hard-boiled egg into the center of each ball and shape the meat mixture around it to form an oval-shaped kofta.
4.Heat the usli ghee or cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated gingerroot and cook until the onion is beginning to soften.
5.Add the tomato sauce, rinsed and chopped green chili peppers, bay leaf, and water to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
6.Add the koftas to the skillet, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally to cook evenly on all sides.
7.Remove the bay leaf and sprinkle the koftas with snipped parsley.
8.Serve the koftas with hot cooked rice or chapati.

PROS

These Lamb or Pork Koftas are a delicious and flavorful main dish.

The combination of Indian spices and a hard-boiled egg center make them a unique and exciting addition to your meal rotation.

CONS

This dish does take some time to prepare, so it may not be the best option for a quick weeknight dinner.

Additionally, the use of ground lamb or ground pork may not be suitable for all dietary restrictions or preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Lamb or Pork Koftas are high in protein and spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, and mace have been linked to health benefits such as reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.

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