If you’ve never had mutton keema balls in curry before, let me paint a picture for you: tender, juicy morsels of seasoned ground meat, swimming in a luscious, spiced curry. It’s a hug in a bowl. If that sounds good to you, buckle up, because I’m about to walk you through the easiest way to make mutton keema balls that will have everyone licking their fingers and asking for seconds!
What are Mutton Keema Balls?
Before we dive into the recipe, let’s break it down. Keema balls are essentially delicious, bite-sized meatballs made with ground mutton. They’re spiced just right and dropped into a rich, fragrant curry that packs a punch in every spoonful. Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or when you just want to spoil yourself a little.
Now that your taste buds are intrigued, let’s dive into how you can whip up this irresistible mutton keema balls recipe in your own kitchen. Trust me, it’s not as hard as it sounds—and it’s worth every second!
Ingredients You’ll Need Keema Balls Recipe:
For the Mutton:
- 500g mutton keema from FreshToHome (ground mutton)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chillies, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 egg (for binding)
- Salt to taste
- A handful of fresh coriander, chopped
For the Curry:
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions:
1. Make the Mutton Keema Balls
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mutton keema, onions, green chillies, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala, egg, salt, and fresh coriander. The egg works as a binder, ensuring your keema balls stay together when cooking. Once everything is nicely combined, roll them into small, golf ball-sized mutton keema balls.
Fun fact: Rolling the meat into balls is the most satisfying part of this whole process. Seriously, it’s like adult Play-Doh but tastier!
2. Fry Those Bad Boys
Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat. Gently place the mutton keema balls in the pan and fry until they’re golden brown on all sides. Don’t worry about cooking them all the way through, as they’ll finish cooking in the curry later. Once done, set them aside.
3. Build the Curry
In the same pan (because who wants to wash more dishes than they need to?), add cumin seeds, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick. Once they’re crackling, toss in the onions and sauté until golden. Add the ginger-garlic paste and let it cook for a minute.
Now, add the turmeric, red chilli powder, and coriander powder. Mix well before adding the pureed tomatoes. Let this cook down until the oil starts to separate from the masala. Season with salt.
4. Let the Magic Happen
Gently place your mutton keema balls into the curry. Add a little water to adjust the consistency, and let the keema balls simmer in the curry for about 15 minutes. These will absorb all that spiced goodness, turning them into flavour bombs.
5. Serve and Enjoy
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve your mutton keema balls in curry with steaming hot rice or soft rotis. You’ll be amazed at how these tender, spicy keema balls balance perfectly with the rich curry.
Conclusion
There you have it! This recipe is perfect for impressing your guests or treating yourself to a flavorful meal. So, the next time you’re craving something rich, aromatic, and totally satisfying, you know what to make. Dig in!