Malai Kofta
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Malai Kofta is an indulgent North Indian classic featuring melt-in-the-mouth vegetable dumplings served in a creamy, mildly sweet gravy. The koftas are traditionally made from a mixture of paneer and mashed potatoes, often stuffed with nuts and raisins for a royal touch. The gravy is a masterpiece of onions, cashews, and cream, offering a pale yellow or orange hue. It has a silky texture and a sophisticated flavor profile that is neither too spicy nor too bland. This dish is a standard favorite for weddings and celebratory Indian dinners, best paired with garlic naan.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Never add the koftas directly into the boiling gravy; they are very delicate and will break. Always pour gravy over koftas.
- Ensure the potatoes and paneer are free of excess moisture to prevent koftas from splitting during frying.
- Add cornflour gradually; using too much will make the koftas hard, while too little will make them fall apart.
- Straining the onion-tomato base through a fine sieve before adding cream ensures a restaurant-quality silky gravy.
Nutritional Information(Per 250g)
350 kcal
9g
26g
22g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.