Name: Authentic Afghan Kofta (Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (85/15 lean-to-fat ratio recommended); 1 medium onion, finely grated (about 1/2 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 3 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and diced (or 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes); 2 cups water or beef broth; 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional, for richer color and flavor); Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Kofta Afghanistan

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

Afghanistan meatballs

Made with

ground beef onions garlic tomatoes

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