LAMB MASALA MEATBALL CURRY

Lamb Masala Meatball Curry image

Provided by barbara lentz

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

FOR THE MEATBALLS
1 lb ground lamb
2 clove garlic minced
1 Tbsp grated ginger
1 medium shallot minced
1 jalapeno or other green chili seeded and chopped
1/4 c desiccated coconut
CURRY SAUCE
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large shallot diced
1 Tbsp garam masala
1 tsp each ground coriander and turmeric
1/2 tsp fenugreek powder
3 Tbsp brown sugar
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
1/2 c coconut yogurt at room temp
fresh cilantro chopped
basmati rice and naan to serve

Steps:

1. Place all the ingredients for the meatballs in a bowl and mix with hands until well incorporated. Roll into about 16 balls and set aside in fridge.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the shallot and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the spices, brown sugar and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Add in the meatballs and reduce the heat to a simmer. If it looks a little thick add some water. Simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the yogurt and cook about 5 more minutes.
3. Serve with basmati rice and naan and garnish with cilantro