Kofta Curry

A Kofta Curry is an Indian Meatball Curry.   One of my favourite Indian dishes, it is pictured below with some Vegetable Curry.

Meatballs

500g (1 lb) of finely minced beef

1 onion, finely chopped

1 or 2 red chillies, seeded and chopped

2 tablespoons of fresh coriander leaves

1 or 2 cloves garlic, crushed

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon garam masala

1 teaspoon chilli powder

flour

oil for frying

Sauce

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger

1 teaspoon turmeric

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoon garam masala

1/4 teaspoon chilli powder

2 large tomatoes, chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 cup water

Meatballs

Mix beef with onion, chillies, coriander, garlic, salt, garam masala and chilli powder.  Mix together until stiff and smooth( you can use a food processor).  Roll into medium size balls and dust lightly with flour.  Fry in shallow oil until golden on all sides. Set aside to drain.

Sauce

Fry the onion and ginger in oil until soft.  Add turmeric, salt, garam masala and chilli powder and stir for a minute, then add tomatoes.  Cook while stirring for a minute.  Stir in lemon juice and water.  Add meatballs and stir to coat with sauce.  Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until sauce is thick.  Serves 4.