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North Indian🍳 Medium

Classic Malai Kofta

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Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
4servings
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Deep-fried potato and paneer dumplings served in a rich, creamy tomato-based gravy.

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Ingredients

Servings:4
  • 200 grams Paneer (grated)
  • 2 medium Boiled Potatoes (mashed)
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Cashews (soaked and ground)
  • 1 1/2 cups Tomato Puree
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri Red Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Fenugreek Leaves (Kasuri Methi)
  • 2 cups Oil for frying
  • 10 pieces Raisins(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix grated paneer, mashed potatoes, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt to form a smooth dough.

  2. 2

    Divide the dough into small balls, stuffing a raisin in the center of each if desired.

  3. 3

    Deep fry the balls (koftas) in medium-hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy, then set aside.

  4. 4

    In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté ginger-garlic paste until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Add tomato puree, chili powder, and garam masala; cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.

  6. 6

    Stir in the cashew paste and a cup of water, simmering for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.

  7. 7

    Add heavy cream and crushed kasuri methi, stirring gently on low heat for 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Place the fried koftas in a serving dish and pour the hot gravy over them just before serving to keep them from getting soggy.

Nutrition per Serving

420

Calories

12g

Protein

35g

Carbs

28g

Fat

4g

Fiber

6g

Sugar

650mg

Sodium

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