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Name: Authentic Kofta (Herat style) Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Kofta (Meatballs):**; 1 lb ground lamb or beef (or a 50/50 mix); 1 small onion, finely grated (about 1/2 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for binding); *For the Yogurt Sauce:**; 3 cups plain full-fat yogurt; 1 large egg yolk; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

Kofta (Herat style)

Afghanistan

Herat

Spiced meatballs in a yogurt-based sauce, often served with flatbread.

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