Nargisi Kofta Curry (Egg Centred Lamb Koftas)
Lamb mince wrapped around a boiled egg, browned and simmered in a spicy tomato gravy, and sliced to show the yellow centre.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.45 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Estimated nutrition per serving
- 616kcal
- 20.1gcarbs
- 9.2gof which sugars
- 45gfat
- 17.1gsaturates
- 33.8gprotein
- 4.9gfibre
- 2.2gsalt
A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the lamb mince with the grated onion, gram flour, first measure of ginger and garlic paste, green chillies, coriander, garam masala and salt. Knead well for 2 minutes so it holds together.
- 2
Divide the mince into 4 balls. Flatten each in your palm, set a boiled egg in the middle and wrap the mince all around it, sealing with wet hands.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a non stick pan. Brown the wrapped eggs for 8 minutes, turning gently, until firm and golden all over. Lift out and set aside.
8 min - 4
In a large pan, heat the remaining oil and fry the chopped onions for 12 minutes until golden. Add the second measure of ginger and garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
12 min - 5
Stir in the turmeric, chilli, coriander and cumin, then the tomatoes. Cook for 10 minutes until thick and the oil separates. Add the water and bring to a simmer.
10 min - 6
Lower in the koftas, cover and cook on a low heat for 20 minutes, turning once.
20 min - 7
Stir in the garam masala. Lift out the koftas, cut each in half to show the egg and serve with the gravy and chapatis.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
