Marinated in spiced yoghurt, Kashmiri chillies, and garlic, then roasted over roaring tandoor charcoal embers with charred edges.
Simmer the mutton, chana dal, onion, dried chilies, cumin, and salt in 2 cups water until tender and dry.
Let the mixture cool completely.
Grind to a fine, cohesive paste with the garam masala.
Divide into 8-10 patties, dipping palms in the beaten egg.
Shallow fry in ghee until dark and crisp on both sides.
Serve hot with sliced onion and green chutney.