Vegetable Koftas Recipe
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Vegetable Koftas

By: princess_Delkie  
"This is a very authentic Indian recipe found on Indian menus the world over. It is served during formal dinners, festivals and weddings. Generally it is made with cream or 'malai' as it is called, but I have given a low calorie version which is equally tempting. Making it may sound tedious, but let me tell you it's worth the effort! Get ready to impress your loved ones, with this recipe you just can't go wrong!"

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Prep Time:
50 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 koftas
 

Ingredients

  • For the Koftas
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
  • 2 slices bread
  • 1 1/4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 serrano pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • vegetable oil, for deep-fat frying
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  • For the Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup cream (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cashews

Directions

  1. Boil the mixed vegetables till soft. Drain, and allow to cool to room temperature. When cool, chop fine and set aside.
  2. Moisten the slices of bread with a little water and squeeze out the excess. Stir together the vegetables, bread, mashed potatoes, serrano, onion, ginger, cilantro, and salt. Form into 8 balls.
  3. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  4. Fry the koftas in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and allow to cool to room temperature.
  5. Make the gravy by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions, ginger, garlic, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook until the onions have softened. Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes. Pour in the milk and season with salt; cook for 10 to 15 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  6. To serve, reheat the koftas in the gravy. Garnish with the cream and chopped cashews.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 471 | Total Fat: 29.4g | Cholesterol: 41mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 5, 2007 by KATE2007 
I also had a problem with the kofta being too soft. I did not moisten the bread and I allowed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2009 by Krishan 
The recipe is a great base to start with. I found that I had to increase the liquid for the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2007 by VeggieMama 
This was a MAJOR disappointment. I love this dish at restaurants and was really excited to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2006 by Catrin 
I really liked this recipe, especially the tomato sauce was delicious. However, the Koftas... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2006 by LLANKOWSKI 
Great flavor. Next time, I will not soak the bread, and will use tomato sauce rather than... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2006 by Ann 
very tasty recipe.The koftas were a little too soft for me so I may not soak the bread next... MORE

 
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