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Onion-Glazed Mumbai Beef Meatballs

Onion-Glazed Mumbai Beef Meatballs

with Cheesy Bombay Fries, Salad & Garlic Sauce
4.5(3.1K)Review summary
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on April 01, 2026
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Calories
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Protein
45.5g protein
Preparation Time
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Gluten
  • Wheat
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Sesame
  • Soy
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts and wheat.
Serving amount

2

potato

1 sachet

brown mustard seeds

(Contains: Gluten, Wheat;)

½

apple

1

carrot

1 packet

beef mince

1 sachet

Mumbai spice blend

1 packet

Fine Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Gluten, Wheat; May be present: Soy.)

1 packet

onion chutney

1 bag

mixed salad leaves

1 packet

Garlic Sauce

(Contains: Eggs, Milk, Sesame;)

1 packet

Cheddar cheese

(Contains: Milk;)

Not included in your delivery

olive oil

1

egg

(Contains: Eggs;)

1 drizzle

white wine vinegar

Energy (kJ)2850 kJ
Fat31.8 g
of which saturates11.4 g
Carbohydrate50.8 g
of which sugars20.8 g
Protein45.5 g
Sodium1160 mg
The average adult daily energy intake is 8700 kJ
Baking Paper
Large Frying Pan

Cooking Steps

1
1

• Preheat oven to 240°C/220°C fan-forced. • Cut potato into fries, then place on a lined oven tray. • Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and sprinkle over brown mustard seeds. Toss to coat. • Bake until tender, 20-25 minutes. • In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle over the shredded Cheddar cheese, then continue baking until golden.

TIP: If your oven tray is crowded, divide fries between two trays.

2
2

• Meanwhile, thinly slice apple into wedges. • Grate carrot.

3
3

• In a medium bowl, combine beef mince, Mumbai spice blend, fine breadcrumbs, the egg and a generous pinch of salt. • Using damp hands, roll heaped spoonfuls of the beef mixture into small meatballs (4-5 per person). Transfer to a plate.

4
4

• In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oilover medium-high heat. • Cook meatballs, turning, until browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes (cook in batches if your pan is getting crowded). • Remove pan from heat, then add onion chutney and a good splash of water, tossing the meatballs until coated.

5
5

• While the meatballs are cooking, combine mixed salad leaves, apple and carrot in a medium bowl. • Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle with white wine vinegar and olive oil. Toss to coat.

6
6

• Divide onion-glazed Mumbai beef rissoles, cheesy bombay fries and salad between plates. • Serve with garlic sauce. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many loved the tasty meatballs and onion glaze, though some found the spices too strong or bland.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, though some struggled with forming the meatballs or timing the components.
  • Suggestions: Several recommended adding onion or carrot to the meatballs for extra flavour and moisture.
  • Leftovers: Some enjoyed leftovers for lunch, while others found the portions small for four adults.
  • Sides: Many enjoyed the mustard seed chips, but some preferred mash or rice instead of fries.
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