Meat & Poultry Beef Beef Main Dish Beef Stew Lamb & Beef Balti 5.0 (2) 2 Reviews Balti, a stew created by Pakistani chefs in Birmingham, England, is named after the metal pot it's cooked in. We found a large skillet works too. Topping with a dollop of yogurt adds a hint of creaminess. Serve with a side of sautéed spinach for a satisfying dinner. By Robin Bashinsky Robin Bashinsky Robin Bashinsky is a professional chef whose background includes stints at Birmingham fine-dining restaurants Daniel George and Hot and Hot Fish Club. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 18, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 ½ cups water 1 cup brown basmati rice 8 ounces lean ground beef 8 ounces ground lamb 3 cups chopped yellow onions 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 tablespoon ground turmeric (see Tip) 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3 tablespoons tomato paste 3 cups unsalted beef broth 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Directions Combine water and rice in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef and lamb in a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Increase heat to high. Add garlic, turmeric, ginger, coriander and cumin; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in broth, Worcestershire and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 13 to 15 minutes. Serve the balti over the rice, topped with some yogurt and cilantro with naan bread on the side. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate balti (Steps 2-3) for up to 3 days. Tip: Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties. Researchers found that just 2 grams (the amount in one serving of this dish) can reduce muscle soreness after an intense workout. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, October 2020 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 531 Calories 20g Fat 58g Carbs 31g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 3/4 cups Calories 531 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 58g 21% Dietary Fiber 6g 22% Total Sugars 8g Protein 31g 62% Total Fat 20g 25% Saturated Fat 9g 43% Cholesterol 80mg 27% Vitamin A 226IU 5% Vitamin C 13mg 14% Folate 43mcg 11% Sodium 748mg 33% Calcium 88mg 7% Iron 5mg 29% Magnesium 90mg 21% Potassium 875mg 19% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.