Kofta Curry

RecipenKitchen Recipe 1 h 15 min · Serves 6 · Pakistani

Why make it Tender spiced beef meatballs simmered in a smooth tomato and onion gravy. It is a family dinner staple that is easy to make ahead and tastes even better the next day.

You’ll need

Serves 6 600 g minced beef (qeema), preferably with some fat 1 small onion, finely grated for the koftas 2 tbsp roasted chana (bhuna chana) powder or fine gram flou… 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, for the koftas 2 green chillies, finely chopped 3 tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped 1 tsp garam masala powder 1 tsp cumin seeds, dry roasted and coarsely crushed + 16 more in the full recipe

1 Step 1 of 12 Put the minced beef in a food processor and pulse for 20 to 30 seconds until fine and slightly sticky. If you have no processor, knead the mince by hand for 3 to 4 minutes.

2 Step 2 of 12 Add the grated onion (squeeze out excess water first), roasted chana powder, 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, chopped green chillies, coriander, garam masala, crushed cumin and 1 tsp salt. Mix and knead well until the mixture holds to…

3 Step 3 of 12 Rest the mixture for 10 minutes, then wet your hands and shape into 18 to 20 walnut-sized balls. Smooth each ball so there are no cracks.

4 Step 4 of 12 Blend the chopped tomatoes to a smooth purée and set aside. Whisk the yogurt until completely smooth so it does not split later.

5 Step 5 of 12 Heat the oil in a wide pot over medium heat. Add the whole cumin and black cardamom, and let them sizzle for 20 seconds until fragrant. The last 7 steps are in the full recipe.

Cook’s tip Do not skip the chana powder or gram flour; it binds the koftas so they stay soft and do not break in the gravy.

Kofta Curry

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