Juicy Mutton Meatballs in Spiced Tomato Sauce
Soft mutton meatballs seasoned with onion, garlic and spice, simmered in a spiced tomato sauce. Serve with rice, pasta or bread.
Raw materials
The Meatigo product this recipe is built on. Everything else is pantry.
Ingredients
Method
5 steps. Read it through before you start.
- 01Mix
Combine the meatball ingredients. Mix gently and do not overwork.
- 02Shape
Roll into 16 balls with damp hands.
- 03Make the sauce
Fry the onion in oil until soft. Add the tomato puree, garam masala, salt and water. Simmer 8 minutes.
- 04Simmer the balls
Drop the balls into the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once. Cook until tender, and until minced or shaped meat reaches 71 °C at the centre if you use a thermometer.
- 05Serve
Garnish with mint and serve hot.
Questions
How do I keep them juicy?+
Do not overmix, and do not skip the breadcrumb and egg.
Can I bake them?+
Yes. 200 °C for 15 minutes, then add to the sauce.
Can I freeze them?+
Yes, shaped and uncooked.