Easy Malai Kofta Recipe: A Vegetarian Delight

Malai kofta is one of the most delightful vegetarian dishes that most of us tend to order in any North Indian restaurant. It is one of the signature dishes which are definitely served in the parties and family functions. It is also one of the best vegetarian recipes which is a favourite of both vegetarians and non vegetarians alike.

When you hear of malai kofta, the first thing comes into mind is a lengthy and complicated procedure. That is why we mostly order it from restaurants to save the hassle. But what if we tell you that you can prepare this creamy vegetarian recipe at home in 30-40 minutes without any complications? Yes, you have read it right and today we have an easy malai kofta recipe for you to try.

So, what are you waiting for? Read on and try out this easy and hassle-free recipe of malai kofta. It is definitely worth a try.

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For The Koftas

• Paneer- 1/2 cup (grated)
• Potatoes- 1/2 cup (boiled and mashed)
• Ginger- 1tsp (grated)
• Turmeric powder- 1/2 tsp
• Garlic- 2tsp (chopped)
• Milk powder- 1tbsp
• Salt- as per taste
• Coriander leaves- 1tbsp (chopped)
• Oil- for deep frying

For The Gravy

• Onion paste- 4tbsp
• Tomato puree- 1/2 cup
• Ginger-garlic paste- 1tbsp
• Green chillies paste- 1tsp
• Salt- as per taste
• Sugar- 1tsp
• Cashewnuts paste- 1tbsp
• Cinnamon- 1 large stick
• Cloves- 5-6
• Cardamoms- 4-5
• Garam masala powder- 1tsp
• Butter- 2tbsp
• Fresh cream- 2tbsp (for garnish)
• Ginger juliannes- 1tsp (for garnish)
• Coriander leaves- 1tsp (for garnish)

Procedure
1. Heat oil for deep frying in a pan.
2. Mix all the ingredients listed under koftas together in a bowl and make small balls out of it.
3. Fry these balls in the oil till they turn golden brown on low flame.
4. Once done, keep the koftas aside.
5. Heat butter in a pan and add the cinnamon, cardamoms and cloves to it. Fry for a minute.
6. Add the onion paste and cook till it turns golden brown.
7. Then add the ginger-garlic paste and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes.
8. After that add the tomato puree, green chillies paste, salt, sugar and cook for 3-4 minutes on medium flame.
9. Then add in the cashew paste and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
10. Add in a little water for gravy and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
11. Now add the garam masala powder and switch off the flame.
12. Arrange the koftas on a serving platter and pour the gravy over them.
13. Garnish with fresh cream, ginger juliannes and coriander leaves.

Malai kofta is ready to be served. Enjoy this creamy vegetarian delight with parathas or rotis.