The Best Beef Kofta
This Kofta recipe is the perfect blend of rich, savory flavors and comforting textures, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you're preparing it for a family dinner, a special gathering, or just craving something satisfying, this dish will surely impress. The tender koftas, simmered in a flavorful, spiced gravy, make for a meal that's both hearty and full of flavor. Don’t be afraid to adjust the spices according to your taste preference, and feel free to freeze the koftas ahead of time for a quick and easy meal whenever you need it. Paired with roti, naan, or rice, this dish is sure to be a favorite in your kitchen for years to come. Happy cooking!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Minced meat Beef/mutton
- 1/2 Onion
- Green chilies per taste
- 1 Bread slice
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Red chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper powder
- 2 tsp Ginger garlic paste
- 2 tbsp Yogurt
- Blend everything together mix yogurt and make koftas.
- You can also freeze the koftas
INGREDIENTS for GRAVY:
- Ginger garlic paste
- 1 Star anise
- 4 Cloves
- 4 Black pepper
- 1/2 cup fried onion
- 1 cup Yogurt 1 cup
- 3 tbsp Tomato paste or use 1 tomato
- Salt to taste
- 1.2 tsp Red chili powder
- 1 tsp Paprika Kashmiri lal mirch
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
Instructions
Kofta
- Blend everything together, mix yogurt and make koftas.You can also freeze the koftas
Gravy
- Blend fried onion, yogurt and tomatoes together and keep aside.
- Heat oil in a pan, add gg paste, whole spices (don’t add cumin seeds at this point) and sauté for a min.
- Next add salt, turmeric, paprika, red chili powder, cumin powder and coriander powder. Sauté all spices for a min.
- Add the blended onions, yogurt and tomato paste.
- Cook (bhunofy) the masala, give water splashes as needed.
- Once the masala is cooked add water, and add koftas one at a time. Keep the flame medium-low
- After 7-8 mins flip the koftas gently, cover and cook until it’s done.
- Garnish with coriander, green chillies and garam masala.
- Serve warm with roti, rice or naan.
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