My Kofta Recipe by Shireen Anwer
Hi everyone, it’s Ava here! I recently tried making Kofta using Shireen Anwer’s recipe, and I have to say it turned out amazing. I’m excited to share my experience and the recipe with you all.
Interesting Information about Kofta Recipe by Shireen Anwer
- Shireen Anwer is a renowned Pakistani chef and has been hosting cooking shows for over 30 years.
- Kofta is a popular South Asian dish made with spiced meatballs.
- Shireen Anwer’s recipe for Kofta is a traditional Pakistani recipe that has been passed down through generations.
- The dish is usually served with rice or naan bread.
My Experience Making Kofta
I followed Shireen Anwer’s recipe step-by-step, and it was surprisingly easy to make. I used ground beef for the meatballs and added a few extra spices to suit my taste. The result was delicious and flavorful meatballs that were perfectly cooked.
I also made the tomato-based gravy that accompanied the Kofta and it complemented the meatballs perfectly. I served it with some steamed rice and it was a hit with my family.
The Recipe
Here is Shireen Anwer’s recipe for Kofta:
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 tbsp. ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 1 tsp. red chili powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp. red chili powder
- 1 tsp. cumin powder
- 1 tsp. coriander powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, grated onion, ginger-garlic paste, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, salt, cilantro, and beaten egg.
2. Knead the mixture with your hands until it is well combined.
3. Form small meatballs about the size of a golf ball.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the sliced onion and fry until golden brown.
6. Add the chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.
7. Add 1/2 cup of water to the skillet and bring it to a boil.
8. Carefully add the meatballs to the skillet and cook on medium heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
9. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.
FAQs
- What is Kofta? Kofta is a South Asian dish made with spiced meatballs.
- What kind of meat can be used for Kofta? Ground beef, lamb, or chicken can be used for Kofta.
- What is the best way to serve Kofta? Kofta is usually served with rice or naan bread.
- How long does it take to cook Kofta? It takes about 20-25 minutes to cook the meatballs in the tomato-based gravy.
That’s it for my Kofta recipe using Shireen Anwer’s recipe. I hope you all give it a try and enjoy it as much as I did!