recipe for chicken malai kofta:
Ingredients:
- 500g ground chicken
- 1/2 cup fresh cream
- 1/2 cup grated paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2-3 green cardamoms
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/2 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup fresh cream
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, fresh cream, grated paneer, cornflour, coriander leaves, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth mixture.
2. Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into small balls (koftas).
3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the koftas in batches and fry until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
4. To make the gravy, heat 2 tbsp oil in a separate pan. Add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and green cardamoms. Saute for a few seconds.
5. Add finely chopped onions and saute until they turn translucent.
6. Add ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chilli powder. Saute for a minute or two until the raw smell goes away.
7. Add tomato puree and cook for a few minutes until the oil separates from the mixture.
8. Add fresh cream, salt, and water as required. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
9. Add the fried koftas to the gravy and gently mix. Cook for a few more minutes until the koftas are well coated with the gravy.
10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.
Enjoy your delicious chicken malai kofta!
