Ingredients

For the Koftas:

600g lean ground beef

1 medium yellow onion

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon chili powder

1-inch fresh ginger, peeled and minced

1 large egg, lightly whisked

1 teaspoon fine sea salt

Gravy:

2 tablespoons ghee, or neutral oil

1 medium yellow onion, finely diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch fresh ginger

1 teaspoon ground coriander

½ teaspoon ground turmeric

½ teaspoon chili powder

½ cup almond flour

1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice

Fine sea salt

Mint for garnish

Rice, parathas, or rotis for serving

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Place the beef in a large mixing bowl with the onion, turmeric, coriander, chili powder, garlic, ginger, egg, and salt. Use your hands to mix until combined. Form 12-16 evenly-sized meatballs and place them on the baking tray. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C). 

3. Meanwhile, prepare the gravy. Heat the ghee in a medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, 4-6 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in the almond flour and cook for 1 minute. Add 1 cup of water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Then reduce to a gentle simmer, add the koftas and cover with a lid to cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar or lemon juice. Taste and season with additional salt if needed. Serve topped with fresh mint accompanied by rice, paratha, or rotis.