Gobi Ke Kofte Recipe: Crispy Cauliflower Fritters in Spicy Gravy

Gobi Ke Kofte (Cauliflower Fritters in Spicy Gravy)
Indulge in a delightful North Indian dish with a spicy, flavorful gravy paired with crispy cauliflower fritters—perfect for a comforting lunch.

Ingredients

For Koftas (Cauliflower Fritters):

For Gravy:

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Total Time: 75 minutes

Servings: 4

Cuisine: North Indian

Course: Lunch

Diet: Vegetarian

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Koftas (Cauliflower Fritters)

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cauliflower, gram flour (besan), red chili powder, finely chopped green chilies, and salt.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a dough-like consistency. The mixture should hold together but not be too wet.
3. Shape the mixture into round fritters (pakoras) with your hands.
4. Heat sunflower oil in a deep frying pan. Once the oil is hot, fry the fritters until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
5. Once fried, remove the koftas and place them on a kitchen towel to absorb excess oil. Set them aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Gravy

1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat a little sunflower oil. Add the bay leaves, black cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for a minute to release their aroma.
2. Add the ginger garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the onion paste and cook it for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion paste turns golden brown.
4. Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt to the pan. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes on medium heat, allowing the spices to meld and become fragrant.
5. Reduce the heat to low and add the curd (yogurt). Stir the mixture well to ensure the yogurt is well incorporated into the gravy.
6. Gradually add water to achieve the desired consistency for the gravy. Let the gravy simmer for another 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Carefully add the fried koftas into the gravy. Stir gently and let the koftas cook in the gravy for 2-3 more minutes to soak up the flavors.
8. Once the koftas are cooked in the gravy, switch off the stove.

Step 3: Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish the Gobi Ke Kofte with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
2. Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice for a fulfilling meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Enjoy this North Indian delight where crispy cauliflower fritters meet a rich, aromatic gravy—a meal that’s both flavorful and satisfying, perfect for your next lunch.