14/07/2025
Juicy Meatballs in Creamy Tikka Masala Sauce
Recipe
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef or chicken
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for keto)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Tikka Masala Sauce:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a dairy-free version
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), grated Parmesan, egg, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
While the meatballs bake, prepare the tikka masala sauce. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add the cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, then stir in the heavy cream (or coconut cream). Season with salt and pepper.
Once the meatballs are done, add them to the tikka masala sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal (per serving)
Servings: 4 servings