Name: Curried Meatballs
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil; 6 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 jalapeños, seeds removed if desired; 6 garlic cloves; 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 pounds ground beef (20% fat); 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 3 tablespoons plain yogurt; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 medium onions, chopped; 10 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 (1 1/2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, chopped; 3 dried chiles de árbol; 4 teaspoons curry powder; 4 teaspoons ground cumin; 4 teaspoons ground turmeric; 3 tablespoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 (14.5-ounce can) crushed tomatoes; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Cilantro leaves with tender stems (for serving)

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The texture of the raw meatballs is very soft. Don't worry; it's the reason they're so tender when cooked.

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