Sri Lanka Bola Curry Beef Balls with Curry Gravy

Name: Sri Lanka Bola Curry Beef Balls with Curry Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 grams beef; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 slice bread thick slice; 1/2 each limes juiced; 2 large eggs; 25 grams onions; 2 cloves garlic; 2 slices ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 each cloves, ground; 25 grams curry powder; 1 liter vegetable oil; 25 grams onions; 2 cloves garlic; 2 each ginger fresh, slices; 25 ml vegetable oil; 1 x curry leaves sprigs; 1/2 each lemongrass stem; 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek; 1/16 ml coconut milk; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric juice; 1/2 each limes; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder

Servings: persons

450 grams beef
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 slice bread thick slice
1/2 each limes juiced
2 large eggs
25 grams onions
2 cloves garlic
2 slices ginger
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 each cloves, ground
25 grams curry powder
1 liter vegetable oil
25 grams onions
2 cloves garlic
2 each ginger fresh, slices
25 ml vegetable oil
1 x curry leaves sprigs
1/2 each lemongrass stem
1/4 teaspoon fenugreek
1/16 ml coconut milk
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric juice
1/2 each limes
1/2 teaspoon curry powder

1
Mince the beef and season with the pepper and salt.
2
Grate the bread and moisten with the lime juice.
3
Lightly beat 1 egg.
4
Chop the onion, garlic and ginger and add to the beef together with the cinnamon, cloves, bread, beaten egg and curry powder.
5
Mix well together and form into small balls the size of marbles.
6
Beat the other egg and dip the meat balls into it.
7
Heat the oil and deep fry the balls until they are golden brown.
8
Drain and set on one side.
9
To make the gravy:
10
Chop onion, garlic and ginger.
11
Heat the oil and fry the onion, curry leaves and lemon grass.
12
Add the garlic, ginger, fenugreek, coconut milk chile powder and turmeric and cook until the gravy thickens stirring occasionally.
13
Add the meat balls and simmer for a further 3 minutes.
14
Add the lime juice and serve with a sprinkling of curry powder.

2693

kcal

Calories

281

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 grams beef, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 slice bread thick slice, and more.

Yes, Sri Lanka Bola Curry Beef Balls with Curry Gravy falls under the Soups & Stews 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!