Malay Meatballs Recipe

Name: Malay Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: meatballs; 1 onion, finely chopped; 4 green chilies (optional); 25 ml grated fresh gingerroot; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; oil; 1 kg minced meat; 3 ml turmeric; 5 ml garam masala; 25 ml lemon juice; salt and pepper; SAUCE; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cardamom seeds; 2 pieces cinnamon sticks; 1 (410 g) can chopped tomatoes

Servings: persons

meatballs
1 onion, finely chopped
4 green chilies (optional)
25 ml grated fresh gingerroot
4 garlic cloves, crushed
oil
1 kg minced meat
3 ml turmeric
5 ml garam masala
25 ml lemon juice
salt and pepper
SAUCE
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cardamom seeds
2 pieces cinnamon sticks
1 (410 g) can chopped tomatoes

1
Saute the onion, chillies, ginger and garlic in a little oil till the onion is soft.
2
Remove from the heat and cool.
3
Add the mince and seasonings and mix.
4
Shape the mixture into fairly small meatballs.
5
Heat a little oil in a pan and fry the meatballs till brown on the outside about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the pan.
6
For the sauce saute the chopped onion in a little heated oil until soft about 5 minutes add the cardamom seeds and stick cinnamon and stir fry for about 1 minute.
7
Add the chopped tomatoes and simmer gently.
8
Add the meatballs a simmer till done, about 5 minutes.

306

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: meatballs, 1 onion, finely chopped, 4 green chilies (optional), 25 ml grated fresh gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Malay Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Malay Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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