Chicken Malai Kofta

Chicken Malai Kofta

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• For the Koftas:
  • 500g minced chicken
  • 1/2 cup grated paneer (Indian cheese)
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying
• For the Gravy:
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala

Instructions:

1. Koftas: Combine all kofta ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and shape into small balls.
2. Shallow Fry: Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the koftas until golden brown. Set aside.
3. Gravy: In the same pan, heat oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add onion and cook until golden brown.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute. Add all dry spices (turmeric, coriander, chili powder) and cook for another minute.
5. Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates. Add salt and cook for 5 more minutes.
6. Add heavy cream, mix well, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes. Add garam masala and cilantro.
7. Gently add the fried koftas to the gravy and let them simmer for a few minutes.
8. Serve hot with naan or rice.