Malai Kofta in Spicy Cream Sauce

Treat your taste buds to the indulgent flavors of Malai Kofta in Spicy Cream Sauce, a classic North Indian dish that's perfect for special occasions or a gourmet weeknight dinner. This luxurious vegetarian recipe features delicate, golden-brown koftas made with a blend of mashed potatoes, paneer, cashews, and raisins, simmered in a velvety tomato-cashew curry. Infused with aromatic spices like garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder, the creamy sauce delivers a bold yet balanced heat that complements the richness of the koftas. Finished with a splash of heavy cream and fresh cilantro, this dish pairs beautifully with naan, roti, or basmati rice. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving comfort food, this recipe promises an unforgettable dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Potatoes (boiled and mashed)
• 200 grams Paneer (crumbled)
• 4 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cashews (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Golden raisins
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 liter Oil (for deep frying)
• 3 large Tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 Green chilies (finely chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Cashew paste (soaked and blended)
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, crumbled paneer, cornstarch, cashews, golden raisins, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well to form a smooth dough.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into small portions and roll each into a smooth ball to form koftas. Ensure there are no cracks.

Step 3

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Gently drop the koftas into the hot oil and deep fry until golden brown. Remove and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Step 4

In a separate pan, heat butter and add chopped onions. Sauté until golden and translucent.

Step 5

Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil begins to separate from the masala (about 8-10 minutes).

Step 8

Add the cashew paste, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce becomes rich and creamy.

Step 10

Carefully drop the fried koftas into the spicy cream sauce and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2423.9 grams (2423.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10062

Total Fat 1025.60g	1315%
Saturated Fat 188.10g	940%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 265mg	88%
Sodium 2599mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 191.80g	70%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 40.00g
Protein 61.70g	123%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 619mg	48%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2842mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 90.1%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 7.5%