Hariyali Malai Kofta

Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato and spinach sauce. Here is how to make it.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
One of the most popular paneer recipes, Hariyali Malai Kofta is the perfect gravy dish for functions and celebrations. This North Indian dish, a part of Mughlai cuisine refers to deep fried paneer and potato dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato and greens sauce.
Unlike cooking paneer directly in gravy, this recipe requires softened paneer to be cooked with mashed potatoes, that elevates the dish to a whole new level. This malai kofta dish can be enjoyed with plain white rice, Naan, chapatti, Pulao or Laccha Paratha.
If you're not too fond of paneer, then you can even try the Malai Kofta gravy which is just as delicious. Here is how to make Hariyali Malai Kofta.

Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.

How to make Hariyali Malai Kofta Step by Step

Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.

Hariyali Malai Kofta Recipe

Hariyali Malai Kofta

Hariyali Malai Kofta is a North Indian dish, of deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, creamy tomato and spinach sauce. Here is how to make it.
 Course Main Course
 Cuisine Indian
 Prep Time 15 minutes
 Cook Time 30 minutes
 Total Time 45 minutes
 Servings 
 Calories 338 kcal
 Author Neha Mathur

Ingredients

For the Kofta

  • 200 g Paneer
  • 4 tbsp Maida/All purpose flour
  • 1 cup Boiled potato Grated
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Green chilli Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh coriander Chopped
  • Oil for frying

For the gravy

  • 4 Tomato Large
  • 100 ml Fresh cream
  • 4 tbsp Ghee
  • 2 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder

To make a paste

  • 1/2 cup Fresh coconut Grated
  • 1/2 cup Fresh coriander
  • 2 tbsp Mint
  • 100 g Spinach
  • 1 inch Ginger Chopped
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 Green chilli
  • 2 tsp Poppy seeds
  • 2 tsp Chironji

Instructions

  1. Mix paneer, maida, potatoes, baking powder, green chilli and fresh coriander in a bowl.
  2. Mash nicely using your finger tips to make a smooth mixture.
  3. Make small balls from the mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a non stick pan and fry the balls on medium low heat until golden brown.
  5. Drain and keep aside.
  6. To make the gravy, heat water in a pan.
  7. Once the water comes to a boil, add the tomatoes and boil for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and run under cold water.
  9. Remove the skin from the tomatoes and grind the tomatoes to make a smooth paste.
  10. Heat ghee in a pan.
  11. Add the tomato puree and the green paste.
  12. Fry for 3-4 minutes.
  13. Add red chilli powder and fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  14. Add water to make the gravy thinner and bring it to a boil.
  15. Add the kofta once you are ready to serve.
  16. Garnish with fresh cream.
  17. Serve hot with Naan or Laccha Paratha.
Nutrition Facts
Hariyali Malai Kofta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Cholesterol 70mg23%
Sodium 109mg5%
Potassium 589mg17%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 2880IU58%
Vitamin C 23.1mg28%
Calcium 261mg26%
Iron 2.5mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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