Gobi Ke Kofte (Cauliflower Kofta)
Description: Gobi Ke Kofte is a delicious curry where cauliflower koftas are cooked in a spicy gravy. This dish is perfect for entertaining guests and is sure to impress everyone. It combines the richness of the curry with the crispy texture of the koftas, making it a wonderful addition to any meal.
Cuisine: North Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
For the Koftas:
- 250g cauliflower, grated
- 1/2 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Water, as needed
- Oil, for frying
For the Gravy:
- 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 2 onions, blended into a paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 green cardamoms
- 1/2-inch cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, as required
- Water, as needed
- Fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped for garnish
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 minutes
Instructions:
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Make the Koftas:
In a bowl, combine grated cauliflower, gram flour, red chili powder, chopped green chilies, salt, and a little water. Mix well to form a dough-like consistency. Shape this mixture into small round balls (koftas).Heat oil in a pan and fry the koftas until golden brown. Once fried, place them on a kitchen towel to remove excess oil. Set aside.
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Prepare the Gravy:
In a separate pan, heat oil. Add bay leaves, green cardamoms, and cinnamon stick. Let it sizzle for a minute, then add ginger garlic paste and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.Add the blended onion paste and cook until the mixture becomes golden brown.
Next, add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat and add yogurt, mixing well. Add water to adjust the consistency of the gravy, then cook for 4-5 minutes.
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Combine Koftas and Gravy:
Add the fried koftas to the gravy and cook for 2 more minutes, allowing the koftas to soak in the flavors of the gravy.Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
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Serving Suggestion:
Serve the Gobi Ke Kofte hot with boondi raita and tawa paratha for a complete meal. Enjoy!
