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Paneer Malai Kofta
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- For the Paneer Balls:
- 200g paneer, grated
- 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- For the Gravy:
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup tomato, pureed
- 1/2 cup cashew nuts, soaked and ground to a paste
- 1/2 cup fresh cream
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together 200g grated paneer, 2 mashed potatoes, 2 tbsp cornflour, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, and salt to taste. Form the mixture into small balls.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the paneer balls until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp oil and 2 tbsp butter. Add 1 cup finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add 1 cup tomato puree and cook until the oil separates. Then add 1/2 cup cashew nut paste, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp sugar, and salt to taste. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 cup fresh cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add the fried paneer balls to the gravy and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.
Malai Kofta is a popular Indian dish with a rich history. Traditionally, it consists of deep-fried kofta (dumplings) made of mashed potatoes, paneer, and mixed vegetables, served in a creamy, spiced gravy. However, for a vegetarian alternative, some chefs use paneer instead of kofta. This variation offers a delightful twist on the classic recipe, with the creamy texture of paneer blending perfectly with the luscious gravy. Renowned Indian restaurants like Bukhara in Delhi and Moti Mahal in Daryaganj are famous for their exquisite Malai Kofta. To achieve the best flavors, it's crucial to use high-quality paneer and a well-balanced blend of aromatic spices.
70 min
4 servings
380 calories
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