Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce
Tender ground lamb meatballs simmered in a silky yogurt-tomato sauce inspired by gushtaba. Aromatic spices and fresh herbs make this a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 28 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- ¾ cup crushed tomatoes
- 1.5 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ medium onion, finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Mix ground lamb, minced onion, 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, cumin, salt, and half the cilantro in a bowl until just combined.
- 2
Roll mixture into 16 balls about 1.5 inches wide and set on a plate.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, then add meatballs in a single layer.
- 4
Cook meatballs 5–6 minutes, rolling occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
- 5
Pour crushed tomatoes and yogurt into the skillet, stir to combine, then return meatballs to the pan.
- 6
Simmer 8–10 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Top with remaining cilantro and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- plate
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