Lentils with Turkey Meatballs Tikka Masala
This Tikka Masala Lentils with Turkey Meatballs is a hearty meal powered by the best combination of indian spices. Enjoy this comfort dish to warm up during one of those cold winter nights.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tsp salt
For the Lentils
- 2 cups dry brown lentils
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 1 13.5 oz can coconut milk
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 tbsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
For Serving (optional)
- sliced green onions
Instructions
For the Meatballs
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Using your hands, mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Form 1-in balls and then place them in a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Transfer meatballs to oven and cook for about 30 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- Now, prepare/cook the lentils while you wait for the meatballs.
For the Lentils
- Using a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onions and ginger. Cook until onions are tender, for about 3 minutes,
- Add cumin, curry powder, turmeric and tomato paste. Toast spices for about 2 minutes.
- Add lentils, salt and pepper. Mix well with the other ingredients.
- Add broth and bring mixture to a boil. Cover pot, reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes. Lentils should be cooked but not mushy.
- Add the turkey meatballs into the lentil mixture.
- Incorporate coconut milk and mix well. Cook uncovered for another 5 minutes.
- Finally, add lemon juice and stir to combine. Add more salt if needed.
- Serve lentils and meatballs along with cauliflower rice or regular rice if you prefer. Top with sliced green onions for extra flavor (optional).