Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs extra-lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to your taste
  • 2 tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup minced scallion greens (from 2 to 3 scallions)
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed finely chopped cilantro leaves, soft stems included
Directions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Shape into 6 to 10 patties, each about 4 inches in diameter.
  2. Put the patties on a grill and cook to the desired level of doneness, 10 to 15 minutes. Turn once or twice and press the patties with a spatula to ensure that the insides get properly cooked.

Chilis to Chutneys: American Home Cooking with the Flavors of India by Neelam Batra