Indian style lamb meatballs - Adjust chilli powder & fresh chillies according to heat preference
500 gram lamb mince, 1 onion, green chilli, 2 tsp ginger & garlic paste
1 tsp chilli powder, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garam masala, salt to taste, handful mint, few coriander leaves, 1 large egg, juice of half lemon
Sauce
olive oil, 1 large onion finely chopped, 1 x 400 gram canned tomatoes or 5-6 fresh tomatoes (grated or pureed in a food processor)
2 green chillies, 1 tsp ginger & garlic paste, 2 sprigs curry leaves - optional, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 sprig of thyme
Salt
Instructions
To make the lamb meatballs add onion, green chilli, ginger/garlic paste, chilli powder, cumin, garam masala, salt, mint and coriander to a food processor and process until it resembles a rough paste or smooth if you prefer. Add mince and egg and mix it well. Divide the mixture into equal sized ball. Fry the meatballs in oil and set aside.
Sauce
Heat oil over medium, add onion, chillies, curry leaves and thyme. Sauté until the onion is slightly brown. Add garlic and ginger and fry for a minute. Add the chilli powder, garam masala, tomatoes, season with salt and simmer until the tomatoes are cooked.
Add the lamb kebabs and heat through. Garnish with coriander and serve with roti or fresh crusty bread.
instead of meatballs swap for lamb chops or sausages