Malai Kofta Recipe

Malai Kofta is a rich and creamy North Indian curry made with soft paneer-potato dumplings served in a smooth tomato and cream gravy. This royal dish is perfect for special occasions and tastes amazing with naan, roti, or jeera rice.

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30 Min

Prep Time

40 Min

Cook Time

4

Servings

malai kofta recipe

Ingredients

For Kofta

  • Paneer – 150 gm
  • Boiled potatoes – 2 medium
  • Cornflour – 2 tbsp
  • Green chilli – 1 finely chopped
  • Salt – To taste
  • Oil – for frying

For Gravy

  • Onion (chopped) – 2 medium
  • Tomato puree – 1 cup
  • Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
  • Cashews – 10 to 12
  • Butter – 2 tbsp
  • Fresh cream – 3 tbsp
  • Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1 tsp
  • Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
  • Kasuri methi – 1 tsp
  • Salt – To taste
  • Water – as required
  • Fresh coriander – for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Mash paneer and boiled potatoes in a bowl.

Step 2

Add cornflour, green chilli, and salt. Mix well and make small balls.

Step 3

Deep fry the koftas until golden brown and keep aside.

Step 4

Heat butter in a pan and sauté onions until soft.

Step 5

Add ginger garlic paste, tomato puree, and cashews. Cook well.

Step 6

Cool the mixture slightly and blend into a smooth gravy.

Step 7

Transfer gravy back to the pan and add turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.

Step 8

Cook until oil separates, then add fresh cream, garam masala, and kasuri methi.

Step 9

Add koftas just before serving and garnish with coriander. Serve hot with naan or rice.