This blog is about the Polish, Italian, Mexican and Irish foods enjoyed by Rick Podowski and The Hefty Trio. Rick also loves other types of ethnic foods and one of his favorites comes from India. Rick is the first to admit that he doesn't have the Indian mojo to make a sauce to knock your pants off, so in this recipe, the main ingredient comes from a jar. Of course, the second main ingredient comes from a bottle. Pour yourself a glass of the wine and enjoy making this wonderful dish.
Tikka Masala Indian Meatballs with Wargin Sangiovese and Freisa blend
Serves 4
Twenty ounces of ground turkey
1 egg
2 tablespoons minced cilantro
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cumin
oil for frying
1 container Tikka Masala
4 cups cooked rice
Combine the ground turkey through cumin in a bowl and mix well. Shape into 1 inch meatballs and sauté in a large skillet to brown.
Add one container of Tikka Masala and simmer partially covered on low for 10-15 minutes or until the meatballs are done. Serve over rice with steamed vegetables.
Notes: for a stronger flavored or spicy meatball, increase spices to taste.
This recipe was adapted from one found on tonysmarkets.com
Wargin Wines is a family run winery that specializes in Cal-Italia varietals including: Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Freisa, Barbera, Pinot Gris as well as Chardonnay and collection of Petite Sirahs. They are best known for their signature Big And Beautiful, a California Red blend of Italian varietals. When Rick visited the tasting room, he fell in love with their Sangiovese and Freisa blend.