CHICKEN KOFTAS

Indian meal of spicy chicken koftas or meatballs, with a mild creamy sauce made from coconut, yoghort, cream and spices.

SPICY CHICKEN KOFTAS WITH RICE
 

Ingredients :

2 lbs. ground chicken
2 large garlic cloves, finely minced
½ inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely minced
1 medium onion, finely diced
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. garam masala
1 tsp. red chili powder 
1 tsp crushed red chili flakes
juice of ½ lime
salt & pepper to taste
1 large egg, beaten 
2 tbsp oil (canola or vegetable)
freshly chopped cilantro leaves 



How to make Chotte Kofta (Spicy Mini Meatballs, Indian style!)

 
In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine all the ingredients and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (longer is better). Then form 20 uniformly shaped balls, which are then slightly flattened (making a small round even shaped disc). Set aside until needed.

In a large frying pan on high heat, add 1-2 tbsp. of oil. When the oil is hot, carefully add the patties, making sure not to overcrowd the pan (this may be done in batches). After 2-3 minutes, flip them and reduce the heat to medium. They should have a lovely golden brown color. After an additional 2 minutes cover the pan for 2-3 minutes so they will cook all the way through. Drain if needed and serve hot with a spicy tomato sauce or your favorite chutney.

If you wish to make kofta curry, simply make your favorite curry and add them at the end. Simmer for 10 minutes on low and serve.