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Baida Kofta Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g ground chicken
- 1/2 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 eggs
- Oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Frying pan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, besan, chopped onion, coriander leaves, ginger paste, garlic paste, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
3. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Dip each ball in the beaten eggs and fry in the hot oil until golden brown.
6. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground chicken can be substituted with ground beef or lamb.
- Besan can be substituted with all-purpose flour or bread crumbs.

Variations:
- Baida Kofta can be made with different types of meat such as beef or lamb.
- The spices can be adjusted to taste.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot before frying the koftas.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pan.
- Serve with mint chutney or tomato sauce.

Storage instructions:
- Baida Kofta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the koftas in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a platter with mint chutney and sliced onions.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Pairings:
- Baida Kofta pairs well with naan or rice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with raita or salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the koftas are falling apart while frying, add more besan to the mixture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving.

Food history:
- Baida Kofta is a popular Indian dish that originated in the Mughal era.

Flavor profiles:
- Baida Kofta has a spicy and savory flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or main course.

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Region: Indian

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Tangy, Rich, Aromatic