Lamb Kofta Curry

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If you love rich, comforting curries, this Lamb Kofta Curry is one you’ll want on repeat. Juicy, spiced lamb meatballs simmer in a flavorful tomato-based curry sauce that’s warm, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. Pair it with rice, naan, or flatbreads, and you’ve got the ultimate homemade comfort food. It’s hearty enough for a weekend dinner but simple enough for a weeknight treat.

Recipe Details

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Serving Size: 4

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Bold Flavors – Spiced lamb meatballs in a rich, fragrant curry.
  • Homemade Goodness – Way better than takeout and surprisingly easy.
  • Versatile – Delicious with rice, naan, or even cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
  • Crowd Pleaser – A dish that feels special but isn’t overly complicated.

Ingredients

For the Koftas (Meatballs):

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil, for frying

For the Curry Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup water or broth
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

How to make Lamb Kofta Curry

  1. Make the koftas: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, grated onion, garlic, spices, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet and brown the koftas on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet). Remove and set aside.
  3. Start the curry sauce: In the same skillet, heat oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Stir in garlic, ginger, and all the spices. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes and water/broth. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Return the browned koftas to the pan. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Stir in yogurt or cream, then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Lamb Kofta Curry
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Lamb Kofta Curry

Recipe by Balanced Healthy Meals
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

35

minutes
Calories

510

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground lamb

  • 1 small onion, grated

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp ground coriander

  • ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)

  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp oil, for frying

  • Curry Sauce

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 tsp ground cumin

  • 2 tsp ground coriander

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • ½ tsp chili powder

  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) crushed tomatoes

  • 1 cup water or broth

  • ½ cup plain yogurt or heavy cream

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

  • Make the koftas: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, grated onion, garlic, spices, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and brown the koftas on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet). Remove and set aside.
  • Start the curry sauce: In the same skillet, heat oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Stir in garlic, ginger, and all the spices. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add crushed tomatoes and water/broth. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
  • Return the browned koftas to the pan. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
  • Stir in yogurt or cream, then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

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