Afghanistan: Kofta Challow Recipe

Name: Afghanistan: Kofta Challow
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb, minced; 1 medium onion, minced; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 egg (whole); 1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 tablespoons oil (or enough to cover the bottom of a large pot); 2 medium onions, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb lamb, minced
1 medium onion, minced
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 egg (whole)
1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups water
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons paprika
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon cumin
2 tablespoons oil (or enough to cover the bottom of a large pot)
2 medium onions, finely chopped

1
Put the minced lamb, onions, garlic, egg, powdered chicken stock, coriander and black pepper into a large glass bowl. Mix with your hands until all the ingredients are well incorporated. The mixture will be wet.
2
Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and set aside.
3
Mix the tomato paste and remaining spices with the water until everything is dissolved.
4
Cook the finely-chopped onions in the oil until they are a light to medium brown color. Take care not to burn.
5
Add the water/tomato/spice mixture to the pot. Gently place the meatballs into the water. Try not to let them touch each other. They should be about 2/3rds submerged; if not, add a little more water.
6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Check frequently to make sure the meatballs aren't burning.
7
After 20 minutes, gently turn each meatball over. Replace the lid but leave it cracked so the steam can escape. You want to boil off most of the water, leaving a thick sauce behind.
8
Serve with basmati rice.

643

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lamb, minced, 1 medium onion, minced, 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 egg (whole), and more.

Yes, Afghanistan: Kofta Challow falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Afghanistan: Kofta Challow

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