How To Make Malai Kofta with Spicy Gravy
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Serves:
Ingredients
- For Koftas:
- 200g paneer, grated
- 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp ginger paste
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- For Gravy:
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, combine grated paneer, mashed potatoes, cornflour, green chilies, ginger paste, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth dough.
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Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into round koftas.
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Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the koftas until golden brown. Drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
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In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
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Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
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Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
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Gradually add fresh cream and mix well to form a creamy gravy.
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Add water as required to adjust the consistency of the gravy.
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Gently place the fried koftas into the gravy and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
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Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.
Nutrition
- Calories : 356kcal
- Total Fat : 20g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 35mg
- Sodium : 581mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 34g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 12g
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