Kofta (Afghan)

Name: Authentic Kofta (Afghan) Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Kofta (Meatballs):**; 1 pound ground lamb or beef (or a mix, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio); 1 medium onion, finely grated or minced (about 1/2 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional, for binding); 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional, if needed for binding); *For the Sauce:**; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 large onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 can (14 oz/400g) crushed tomatoes or 2 cups fresh tomato puree; 1 cup water or beef broth; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish; *For Serving:**; Steamed basmati rice (about 2 cups dry rice, cooked)

Kofta (Afghan) Afghanistan

Spiced meatballs simmered in a tomato-based sauce, served with rice.

Afghanistan meatballs

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