Jul 17 2026

Malai Kofta Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Contains dairy. Vegetable & cheese dumplings in a nutty tomato sauce

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Ingredients

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Malai Kofta Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Kofta

    2. Form small balls (about the size of a golf ball) from the mixture and roll them in all-purpose flour to coat.

  2. 2

    Fry the Kofta

    3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully drop the kofta balls into the oil and fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    5. In a pan, add the tomato puree and cook for 5-7 minutes until it thickens. Add garam masala, cashew paste, and cream. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Combine and Serve

    7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.

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