Meat Balls Curry (Koftay)

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs (Koftay):

• 500g minced beef or lamb
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 egg (for binding)

For the Curry (Gravy):

• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, blended
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• ½ cup yogurt
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
• ½ cup cooking oil
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup water (adjust as needed)
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatballs:

   • In a bowl, mix minced meat, onion, gram flour, salt, chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, ginger-garlic paste, green chili, coriander leaves, and egg.
   • Mix well and form small round meatballs. Set aside.

2. Cook the Curry:

   • Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them crackle.
   • Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
   • Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
   • Stir in blended tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.
   • Add yogurt and cook for another 5 minutes.

3. Cook the Meatballs:

   • Gently place meatballs in the curry. Do not stir immediately to prevent breaking.
   • Cover and let them cook for 15-20 minutes on low heat until the meatballs are fully cooked.
   • Add garam masala and simmer for a few minutes.

4. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

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Servings:

• This recipe serves 4-5 people.

Nutritional Values Per Serving (Approximate):

• Calories: 350-400 kcal
• Protein: 20-25g
• Carbohydrates: 12-15g
• Fats: 25-30g
• Saturated Fat: 8-10g
• Cholesterol: 80-100mg
• Sodium: 500-600mg
• Fiber: 2-3g

Tip for Extra Flavorful Gravy:

For a richer and more delicious Koftay (Meatball) Curry, add a few bones (like marrow bones or ribs) along with a small amount of extra minced meat while cooking the gravy. The bones release natural collagen and depth of flavor, making the curry more aromatic and giving it a silky, restaurant-style texture. Simmer the gravy with the bones before adding the meatballs for the best results!