Bohri Kofta Curry

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Ingredients

250 grams	minced beef or lamb
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	gram flour (besan)
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	ground cumin
1 teaspoon	ground coriander
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 small	egg
—	salt to taste
3 tablespoons	oil
2 cups	water
2 tablespoons	yogurt
1 medium	tomato, pureed
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 pieces	cloves
2 pieces	cardamom pods
1 stick	cinnamon
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 In a bowl, combine minced meat, half of the chopped onion, gram flour, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, egg, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth mixture.
2. 2 Shape the mixture into small, round koftas (meatballs) and set aside.
3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon. Sauté until fragrant.
4. 4 Add the remaining chopped onion and cook until golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the tomato puree and cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil separates.
6. 6 Add yogurt, mixing well, and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. 7 Pour in water and bring to a gentle boil.
8. 8 Carefully add the koftas to the curry, ensuring they are submerged.
9. 9 Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the koftas are cooked through and the curry thickens.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.