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Malai Kofta Curry

Cultural Context

Malai Kofta originates from North India and is a beloved dish in Indian cuisine, often served at weddings and festive occasions. The dish features deep-fried dumplings made from paneer and potatoes, simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce. Its luxurious texture and flavor make it a favorite among vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, and it has gained popularity worldwide, often appearing on Indian restaurant menus globally.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 boiled potatoes
paneer
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon garlic
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
2 tablespoons oil
2 slices of onion
1 tomato
7-8 cashews
2 cups water
fresh cream
salt to taste

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk provides creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornstarch can thicken without gluten.

1

Boil 2 potatoes and mash them.

2

Grate paneer and mix with the mashed potatoes.

3

Add spices: red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala, then mix well.

4

Add 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and mix thoroughly.

5

Form the mixture into small balls (koftas).

6

Coat the koftas with all-purpose flour.

7

Heat oil in a pan over high flame and fry the koftas for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

8

In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté 2 slices of onion on medium flame for 2 minutes until translucent.

9

Add 1 tablespoon of ginger and 1 tablespoon of garlic; cook until fragrant.

10

Stir in 1 chopped tomato and 7-8 cashews; mix and cover for 5 minutes on medium flame.

11

Blend the mixture into a paste.

12

Add 1 teaspoon of cumin, then add the prepared paste back to the pan.

13

Mix in 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 tablespoon of garam masala, and 2 cups of water; stir well and cook on medium flame for 5 minutes.

14

Add fresh cream and mix, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

panmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Malai KoftaPaneer Kofta Curry

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