Indian Almond Koftas With Yogurt

Name: Indian Almond Koftas With Yogurt
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb lean lamb or 1 lb ground chicken; 1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, grated; 1 fresh green chile, seeded and finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1 chicken stock cube; 5 ounces plain yogurt; 4 teaspoons dried powdered milk; 3 ounces sliced almonds; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon oil; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; salt

Submitted by Brian Holley

"Wonderful tasty spicy kaftas to enjoy as a starter or to accompany a good curry. Kofta is very popular in Asia. These can be made with lamb or chicken. Koftas are usually fried these however are cooked in the oven. I am posting this recipe for my friend, an Indian lady who is a Zaar member."

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photo by Brian Holley

Ready In:: 40mins
Ingredients:: 13
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 lb lean lamb or 1 lb ground chicken
1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, grated
1 fresh green chile, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 chicken stock cube
5 ounces plain yogurt
4 teaspoons dried powdered milk
3 ounces sliced almonds
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon oil
¹⁄₄ teaspoon chili powder
salt

directions

Preheat oven to 190°C.
To the minced meat add the ginger, green chilie, coriander, curry powder, crumble the stock cube into the mixture.
Add 1 tbsp of yogurt and half of the milk powder, mix well to incorporate the ingredients.
Divide the mixture into 12 and shape into balls. Roll the balls in the flaked almonds and place on a baking sheet, spaced out to allow them to expand while cooking.
Stir together the remaining yogurt, milk powder, sugar, oil and chilli powder and a little salt to taste.
Spoon the yogurt mixture over the koftas, coat them well.
Bake in the oven, uncovered for 30 minutes, the almond coating should be golden and toasted.
Serve with drinks, salads, curries or just as they are.

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Reviews

I missed the "C" after the oven temp in the recipe and stupidly cooked it at 190 F. The sauce was great and when I cooked the second batch at the right temp, it turned out fine. Tasty but heavy and dense.

elmill
THIS IS A PERFECT RECIPE. Ok, ok, I am admittedly a huge fan of BrianH Recipes. Having said that- this recipe is on another level entirely. I say that it's perfect, and it really is. You can serve as main dish for 2, or to a party as apps. You can cook it up on a weeknight, or have it for a party. It's not expensive, it's so easy- for all levels of chefs. It's easy cleanup. It's great for fans of Indian food, or people who perhaps haven't had Indian food or are not generally fans. I can pretty much guarantee you that if you try this recipe, you will feel the same way as we do. DH was raving about the yogurt sauce. I was just beside myself with the depth of flavors in these little balls of wonder. We loved this, BrianH- loved it loved it. I am glad I saved this for a special night. Thank you thank you!

MrsMM