Malai kofta Recipe

Malai Kofta Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups grated or mashed potatoes
• 1 cup grated paneer
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

For the sauce:

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder or paprika
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, paneer, cilantro, cornstarch, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into small balls.
2. Heat oil in a deep pan or kadhai and carefully add the kofta balls. Fry until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
3. To make the sauce, heat the oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pods. Allow them to crackle for a few seconds.
4. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Then add the garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant.
5. Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and red chili powder or paprika. Cook for a minute or two.
6. Add the diced tomatoes and bring them to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add the fried kofta balls to the sauce and gently toss to coat.
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or Indian flatbreads.

Enjoy your delicious Malai Kofta!

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