Balti Keema with Curry Leaves and Chilies Recipe

Minced lamb is cooked in its own juices with a few spices and herbs, but no other liquid.

Ingredients

  • lean minced lamb - 350g/12 oz
  • green chilies - 6
  • chili powder - 5ml/1 tsp
  • ginger pulp - 5ml/1 tsp
  • curry leaves - 10
  • ground turmeric - 1.5ml/¼ tsp
  • tomatoes - 2, peeled and quartered
  • medium onions - 2, chopped
  • fresh coriander - 15ml/1 tbsp, chopped
  • garlic pulp - 5ml/1 tsp
  • salt - 5ml/1 tsp
  • oil - 10ml/2 tbsp

Method

  • Heat the oil in a wok and fry the onions, curry leaves, and 3 of the whole green chilies.
  • Put the lamb into a bowl and blend thoroughly with the ginger, turmeric, garlic, salt and chili powder.
  • Add the lamb to the onions and stir-fry for 7-10 minutes.
  • Add the chilies, tomatoes and coriander and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

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