Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
80 g

boiled sun dried leaves

boiled

4.5 piece

lamb balls

boiled and deep fried

1 cup

sliced onion

sliced small

1 tsp

garlic

chopped

4.5 piece

green cardamom

2.5 piece

black cardamom

1 tsp

kasturi methi

1 tsp

deggi mirch

0.5 tsp

saunf powder

1 tsp

coriander powder

0.5 tsp

turmeric powder

1 tsp

salt

to taste

70 ml

mustard oil

1 tbsp

desi ghee

Step 1
~7 min

Boil the sun-dried leaves.

Step 2
~7 min

Boil and deep-fry the lamb balls.

Step 3
~7 min

Slice the onion into small pieces.

Step 4
~7 min

Chop the garlic.

Step 5
~7 min

Heat mustard oil in a pot.

Step 6
~7 min

Add sliced onions and chopped garlic and saute.

Step 7
~7 min

Add green and black cardamom to the pot.

Step 8
~7 min

Add the boiled sun-dried leaves and fried lamb balls.

Step 9
~7 min

Incorporate kasturi methi, deggi mirch, saunf powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

Step 10
~7 min

Simmer until the kofte are heated through and the flavors meld.

Step 11
~7 min

Finish with desi ghee.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the spice level to your preference.

Ensure the kofta are cooked through before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Kofta can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or naan bread.

Serve with a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kashmiri Pulao
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kashmir

Cultural Significance

A traditional Kashmiri dish often made for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Special Occasion
Weekend Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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