Mediterranean Reshmi Chicken Kofta Curry is a creamy and flavorful dish. We prepare this kofta curry with ground chicken, Greek yogurt, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices. This recipe contains approximately 350 calories and 11 g of total carbs. We prepare this curry in about 50 minutes. It is ideal for family lunches, dinners, weekend meals, special gatherings, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can refrigerate this curry for 4 days or freeze it for 3 months. You can serve this kofta curry with whole-wheat pita, lemon herb brown rice, Greek cucumber tomato salad, roasted zucchini, or tzatziki sauce.
STATS:
- Course: Lunch, Dinner
- No. of Calories: 350 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean, High-Protein
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, South Asian
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Portion size: 300 g
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Medium
- Total time: 50 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Skillet
- Chopping Board
- Spatula
- Food processor
INGREDIENTS:
CHICKEN KOFTAS:
- 500 g ground chicken
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 onion
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp coriander
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp almond flour
CURRY SAUCE:
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 pureed tomatoes
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup cooking cream
- Chicken broth, one cup
- One tsp cumin
- Coriander, one tsp
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Black Pepper
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND CHICKEN:
- We use ground chicken to make tender, juicy koftas. Ground turkey might be utilized as a replacement.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt adds moisture and creaminess to the koftas and sauce. Plain unsweetened yogurt is a suitable substitute.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil adds Mediterranean-inspired flavor and healthy unsaturated fats. You can use avocado oil instead.
GINGER-GARLIC PASTE:
- We use ginger-garlic paste to add aroma and flavor. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic work well.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour helps bind the koftas while keeping them lower in carbohydrates. Breadcrumbs are another option.
TOMATOES:
- Tomatoes provide a rich color and tangy flavor to the curry sauce. Canned crushed tomatoes can be used instead.
LIGHT COOKING CREAM:
- Cream makes the sauce smooth and rich. You can use extra Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Chicken broth adds savory flavor to the curry. Water might be utilized as a simple alternative.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice balances the creamy sauce with fresh acidity. Lime juice works well as an alternative.
FRESH HERBS:
- Parsley and coriander add freshness and aroma. You can use either herb according to your preference.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the kofta spices, ground chicken, olive oil, coriander, Greek yogurt, parsley, onion, and ginger-garlic paste.
- Make sixteen small balls from the mixture by shaping and chill for almost ten minutes.
- In a pan, we warm the olive oil and cook the koftas on every side.
- Bring them out of the pan and put them aside.
- Slowly cook the ginger-garlic paste and chopped onion in a similar pan.
- Include the pepper, tomato puree, salt, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, and paprika.
- Cook for almost seven minutes, slower the flame, and mix in the whisked Greek yogurt.
- Include the chicken broth and whisk till the sauce is smooth.
- Keep the koftas back in a pan, wrap, and slowly cook for only ten minutes till completely cooked.
- Whisk in the garam masala, light cream, and lemon juice.
- Slowly cook for an extra two minutes.
- Sprinkle the coriander or fresh parsley and serve warm.
TIPS:
- Squeeze out extra moisture from the grated onion.
- Do not mix the chicken too much maintain the tender texture of the koftas.
- Chill the shaped koftas first and then cook to aid them in holding their shape.
- Include the Greek yogurt on a low flame to avoid curdling.
- Make sure the chicken becomes an inside temperature of 165°Fahrenheit.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MEDITERRANEAN BREADS:
- Whole-Wheat Pita
- Garlic Herb Flatbread
- Whole-Wheat Naan
RICE AND GRAINS:
- Lemon Herb Brown Rice
- Mediterranean Quinoa
- Garlic Brown Rice
FRESH SALADS:
- Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Avocado Cucumber Salad
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Zucchini
- Garlic Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Cauliflower
DIPS AND SAUCES:
- Tzatziki Sauce
- Hummus
- Lemon Garlic Yogurt Dip
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooled curry in an airtight box and refrigerate at 4°Celcius for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the curry in a closed bag for only three months.
FAQs:
Will we prepare the chicken koftas by baking?
- Yes, you can bake the chicken koftas at 200°Celcius for approximately fifteen minutes or till completely cooked.
Could we prepare this curry without cream?
- Yes, you can skip the cream and utilize additional Greek yogurt to get a lighter sauce.
May we prepare the koftas beforehand?
- Yes, you can chill the shaped raw koftas for longer than 24 hours and then cook.
Will we prepare the curry spicier?
- Yes, you can increase the chili powder or include the chopped green chili as your liking.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
Proteins: 35 g
Caloric Content: 350 kcal
Net carbs: 9 g
Sodium: 650 mg
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 5 g
Fats: 19 g
Portion Size: Approximately 300 g
Total carbs: 11 g