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Name: Authentic Kofta (Kabul style) Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Kofta (Meatballs):**; 500g ground lamb or beef (or a mix); 1 medium onion, finely grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon chickpea flour (optional, for binding); 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional, for binding); *For the Yogurt Sauce:**; 2 cups plain yogurt (full-fat, preferably); 1 tablespoon chickpea flour (or all-purpose flour); 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups water or broth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 small onion, thinly sliced (for garnish); 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for sauce); Fresh cilantro or mint for garnish

Kofta (Kabul style)

Afghanistan

Kabul

Meatballs in a creamy yogurt-based sauce, often garnished with herbs.

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