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what is malai kofta

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Malai Kofta is a popular North Indian vegetarian dish. It consists of deep-fried kofta balls made from paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and potatoes, dunked in a creamy, rich gravy. The word 'Malai' means cream and 'Kofta' means fried balls. Malai Kofta is typically served with roti (Indian flatbread), naan, or rice, and is a favorite at Indian festivities and celebrations. With its intense flavors and rich creamy gravy, it's a delight for the taste buds.

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Recipe

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Ingredients

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Directions

Step 1:

To prepare the kofta, mix paneer, mashed potatoes, cornflour, salt, and chili powder.

Step 2:

Make round balls of this mixture.

Step 3:

Heat oil in a pan and deep fry these balls until golden brown. Keep them aside.

Step 4:

For the gravy, heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5:

Add chopped onions and ginger garlic paste. Sauté until golden brown.

Step 6:

Add tomato puree, cashew paste, and all the dry spices. Cook until oil separates from the masala.

Step 7:

Once the gravy is ready, add cream and mix well.

Step 8:

Finally add the fried koftas to the gravy just before serving.

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