Jul 14 2026
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Zucchini Kofta Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

chickpea dumplings | tomato puree | ginger

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Ingredients

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For the Kofta

For the Tomato Puree

Method

Preparing the Kofta

  1. 1

    Mixing the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, grated zucchini, chopped onion, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, salt, chili powder, and all-purpose flour. Mix well until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Shaping the Kofta

    With wet hands, take small portions of the mixture and shape them into small balls or patties.

  3. 3

    Frying the Kofta

    Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the koftas in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Preparing the Tomato Puree

  1. 4

    Cooking the Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté until fragrant.

  2. 5

    Adding Tomatoes

    Stir in the pureed tomatoes, cumin powder, salt, sugar, and water. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Serving

  1. 6

    Combining and Serving

    Place the fried koftas in a serving dish and pour the tomato puree over them. Serve hot with rice or bread.

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