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Beef Meatball Rogan Josh

Beef Meatball Rogan Josh

with Turmeric Rice and Coriander
Sam Richards
Sam RichardsUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
615 kcal
Protein
35.6g protein
Total
40 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

100

Basmati Rice

½

Ground Turmeric

1

Coriander

2

Garlic Clove

1

North Indian Style Spice Mix

10

Panko Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

240

British Beef Mince

50

Rogan Josh Curry Paste

1

Tomato Passata

10

Beef Stock Paste

40

Baby Spinach

Not included in your delivery

200

Water for the Rice

¼

Salt for the Breadcrumbs

2

Water for the Breadcrumbs

1

Sugar for the Sauce

200

Water for the Sauce

Energy (kJ)2572 kJ
Energy (kcal)615 kcal
Fat26.3 g
of which saturates9.2 g
Carbohydrate63.3 g
of which sugars9.6 g
Protein35.6 g
Salt3.4 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Lid
Medium Saucepan
Grater
Large Bowl
Baking Tray
Large Frying Pan

Instructions

Cook the Turmeric Rice
1

Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

Pour the water for the rice (see pantry for amount) into a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.

Stir in the rice, ground turmeric and 1/4 tsp salt and bring to the boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium and cover with the lid.

Leave to cook for 10 mins, then remove the pan from the heat (still covered) and leave to the side for another 10 mins or until ready to serve (the rice will continue to cook in its own steam).

Make your Meatballs
2

Meanwhile, roughly chop the coriander (stalks and all). Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

In a large bowl, combine half the garlic, half the North Indian style spice mix, the breadcrumbs, salt and water for the breadcrumbs (see pantry for both amounts), then add the beef mince.

Season with pepper and mix together with your hands.

Roll into evenly-sized balls, 5 per person. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince.

Time to Bake
3

Pop the meatballs onto a large baking tray.

When the oven is hot, bake on the top shelf until browned on the outside and cooked through, 12-15 mins. IMPORTANT: The meatballs are cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Curry Up
4

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.

Add the rogan josh curry paste, remaining garlic and North Indian style spice mix. Cook until fragrant, 1 min. 

Add the passata, beef stock paste, sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts). Stir to combine, bring to the boil, then simmer until thickened, 6-8 mins. 

Bring on the Spinach
5

When the meatballs are cooked, stir them through the curry sauce. 

Add the spinach to the pan a handful at a time until wilted and piping hot, 1-2 mins.

Taste the sauce and season with salt, pepper and more sugar if needed.

Serve Up
6

Fluff up the rice with a fork, then share between your bowls.

Spoon over your meatball rogan josh, then sprinkle over the coriander to finish.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the tasty, flavourful sauce, though some found it could be spicier or more authentic.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare, though forming meatballs can be a bit fiddly.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding more vegetables like peppers and onions; some prefer using mince instead of meatballs.
  • Portions: Several noted the rice portion was smaller than expected; consider increasing for a more filling meal.
  • Cooking tips: Ensure rice has enough water; prepare meatballs first, then start the rice to align cooking times.
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