The Delicious Crescent

Beef Meatballs (Koftas)
2 Combine all the ingredients for koftas (meatballs) in a mixing bowl. Mix and knead it well for [timer minutes=3]3-4 minutes[/timer] and let it rest.
3 Shape 16 smooth and cylindrical (or round) koftas and arrange on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Broil meatballs on high for about [timer minutes=4]3 to 5 minutes[/timer] on both sides.Tip: You can do this while cooking the curry on the side.
4 The broiling time may differ with each oven, so make sure to check initial progress. Alternatively the koftas may also be grilled. The koftas do not have to be completely cooked in this process as they will cook further in the sauce.
Curry (Sauce)
7 Heat olive oil in a cooking pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
8 Add ginger and garlic paste and stir for [timer minutes=2]2 minutes[/timer]. Then add tikka masala, chili powder, turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt and mix well.
9 Next add chili peppers, tomato paste and stir [timer minutes=2]2 minutes[/timer]. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and cook [timer minutes=2]couple minutes[/timer].
10 Add whipped yogurt and stir very well. Stir in fenugreek leaves, which give a distinctive taste to this dish. 
11 Then add 1 cup of water and stir (adjust the water as needed). Let it simmer about [timer minutes=20]20 minutes[/timer], until some oil starts surfacing on the top.Tip: If necessary, you may use a blender and process the sauce. 
12 Add koftas to the sauce. Adjust seasoning and consistency as needed. 
13 Increase the heat to medium high and once the curry starts bubbling, lower the heat and simmer for about [timer minutes=10]10 to 15 minutes[/timer].
14 Scatter chopped cilantro leaves on the top. You may drizzle cream or whipped yogurt on top.
15 Serve this beef meatball curry with rice or flat bread. Enjoy!