Lamb Kofta Curry With Jeera Quinoa Recipe

Indian cuisine · 315 calories

Lamb Kofta Curry with Jeera Quinoa recipe

About this recipe

Succulent lamb koftas simmered in a rich, spiced gravy served with fragrant jeera-flavored quinoa. A perfect blend of protein and complex carbs for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

  • 100 g Quinoa
  • 500 g Onion
  • 1 Kg Kissan Tomato Puree
  • 250g Green Chilli
  • 100 g Jeera
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • 45 g Garam Masala
  • - Coriander Powder
  • 100 g Salt
  • 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and set aside for cooking later.
  2. 2. In a bowl, mix lamb mince with ginger-garlic paste, coriander powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt.
  3. 3. Shape the lamb mixture into small koftas and refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
  4. 4. Heat oil in a deep pan and sauté cumin seeds until aromatic.
  5. 5. Add finely chopped onions and green chilies, cooking until golden brown.
  6. 6. Stir in tomato puree and cook until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
  7. 7. Add water to the pan and gently place the koftas into the simmering gravy.
  8. 8. Cover and cook the koftas on medium heat for 15 minutes, turning halfway through.
  9. 9. Meanwhile, boil quinoa with water and a pinch of salt until fluffy and cooked through.
  10. 10. Add fresh coriander leaves to the kofta curry and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  11. 11. Serve the lamb kofta curry hot alongside jeera-flavored quinoa.