Malai Kofta (Stuffed potato balls in cream)

Malai Kofta is a popular North Indian dish that originated from the Mughlai cuisine. It is known for its rich and creamy texture, making it a favorite among vegetarians.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Malai Kofta (Stuffed potato balls in cream)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 medium-sized Potatoes
• 200 gram Paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
• 50 gram Cashews
• 25 gram Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Corn flour
• 2 chopped Green chilies
• 1-inch piece grated Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• 4 tablespoon Fresh cream
• as required for frying Oil
• to taste Salt

Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes, peel them, and mash them.
2. In a mixing bowl, crumble the paneer and add grated ginger, chopped green chilies, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, cashews, raisins, and salt. Mix well.
3. Divide the mashed potatoes into small portions and flatten them on your palm. Place a portion of the paneer mixture in the center and shape it into a ball.
4. Roll the potato balls in corn flour and deep fry them until golden brown.
5. In a separate pan, heat some oil and add ginger-garlic paste. Cook until golden brown.
6. Add tomato puree, salt, and spices. Cook until the oil separates.
7. Add fresh cream and mix well.
8. Add the fried potato balls to the gravy and simmer for a few minutes.
9. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.