Ingredients

  • None None FOR THE LAMB KOFTA
  • 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 piece (2 inches) ginger, coarsely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
  • 1 small green chili pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 1 2/3 lbs ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 None egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 tsp garam marsala
  • None None FOR THE CURRY
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp mild curry powder
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves

Method

  • For the lamb kofta, process onion, ginger, garlic and chili pepper in food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients. Roll mixture into 24 balls; place on tray. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • For the curry, heat oil in a large heavy-bottom saucepan on medium heat. Add onion, garlic and curry powder; cook, stirring, until onion has softened. Stir in tomatoes and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; stir in yogurt.
  • Add kofta to simmering sauce, turning to coat in sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 40 mins, or until kofta are cooked through and sauce has thickened. Season to taste.
  • Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Sprinkle curry with cilantro and serve with rice.