Malai Kofta

By: Manjula Jain

August 12, 2008

Serving : 4 people
Total Time :50 minutes

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Malai Kofta, Aloo Paneer Kofta

Malai kofta is a delicious and rich main course dish. Paneer dumplings with rich cream gravy. One of the popular paneer dishes for any special occasion. Serve with naan, roti or over the plain rice.

Malai Kofta

Ingredients

Kofta

  • 1 cup boiled mash potatoes
  • 1 cup mash paneer
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro hara dhania
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds jeera
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 chopped green chili

For Batter

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour maida, plain flour
  • 4 tbsp water, approx,

Also need oil to fry

Gravy

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1/8 tsp asafetida hing
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds jeera
  • 2 medium tomato
  • 1 tbsp shredded ginger
  • 1 green chili
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder dhania
  • 1/2 tsp turmerick haldi
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp all- purpose flour maida, plain flour
  • 1/4 cup cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro hara dhania

Instructions

Making Kofta

  • Mix all the ingredients together for kofta, With oiled hands, divide the mixture into 14 to 16 equal parts. Make them in round balls.
  • Mix flour with about 4 tablespoons of water and mix well until batter is smooth.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium high heat. The frying pan should have at least 1  inch of oil. To check if the oil is ready, just put one small piece of mix in the oil, it should come up right away but not change color.
  • Dip the paneer balls in the batter one at a time and slowly drop into the frying pan. Turn them occasionally. Fry koftas until golden-brown all around.

Gravy

  • Blend the tomatoes, green chilies and ginger to make a puree. If you prefer mild take the seeds out of green chili before blending.
  • Mix cream and flour and keep aside.
  • Heat the oil in a saucepan. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil; if it cracks right away oil is ready. Add the hing and cumin seeds.
  • Add the tomato puree, coriander powder, turmeric, red chili powder and cook for about 4 minutes on medium heat. Tomato mixture will start leaving the oil and will reduce to about half in quantity.
  • Add milk and flour mix, salt and one cup of water and let it cook covered for 7 to 8 minutes on medium heat.
  • Add the garam masala, salt and cilantro. Let it cook for another minute.
  • Add koftas as soon it comes to boil turn off the heat. Note: koftas will expand to about 11/2 times, if you like more gravy this is the time to add some more boiled water and adjust salt.

Notes

Koftas are very soft they should be added to the gravy when you are ready to serve, otherwise koftas will break.
Serve Kofta, over plain rice, with Naan, Roti 
 
 

Malai Kofta, Aloo Paneer Kofta

Malai kofta is a delicious and rich main course dish. Paneer dumplings with rich cream gravy. One of the popular paneer dishes for any special occasion. Serve with naan, roti or over the plain rice.

Kofta

  • 1 cup boiled mash potatoes
  • 1 cup mash paneer
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro (hara dhania)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 chopped green chili

For Batter

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida, plain flour)
  • 4 tbsp water, approx,

Also need oil to fry

Gravy

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1/8 tsp asafetida (hing)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
  • 2 medium tomato
  • 1 tbsp shredded ginger
  • 1 green chili
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder (dhania)
  • 1/2 tsp turmerick (haldi)
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp all- purpose flour (maida, plain flour)
  • 1/4 cup cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro (hara dhania)

Making Kofta

  1. Mix all the ingredients together for kofta, With oiled hands, divide the mixture into 14 to 16 equal parts. Make them in round balls.

  2. Mix flour with about 4 tablespoons of water and mix well until batter is smooth.

  3. Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium high heat. The frying pan should have at least 1  inch of oil. To check if the oil is ready, just put one small piece of mix in the oil, it should come up right away but not change color.

  4. Dip the paneer balls in the batter one at a time and slowly drop into the frying pan. Turn them occasionally. Fry koftas until golden-brown all around.

Gravy

  1. Blend the tomatoes, green chilies and ginger to make a puree. If you prefer mild take the seeds out of green chili before blending.

  2. Mix cream and flour and keep aside.

  3. Heat the oil in a saucepan. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil; if it cracks right away oil is ready. Add the hing and cumin seeds.

  4. Add the tomato puree, coriander powder, turmeric, red chili powder and cook for about 4 minutes on medium heat. Tomato mixture will start leaving the oil and will reduce to about half in quantity.

  5. Add milk and flour mix, salt and one cup of water and let it cook covered for 7 to 8 minutes on medium heat.
  6. Add the garam masala, salt and cilantro. Let it cook for another minute.
  7. Add koftas as soon it comes to boil turn off the heat. Note: koftas will expand to about 11/2 times, if you like more gravy this is the time to add some more boiled water and adjust salt.

Koftas are very soft they should be added to the gravy when you are ready to serve, otherwise koftas will break.

Serve Kofta, over plain rice, with Naan, Roti 

 

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How to Make Malai Kofta by Manjula’s Kitchen 

Malai Kofta is a delectable party recipe featuring paneer dumplings bathed in a sumptuous, creamy gravy. This popular paneer-based dish is renowned for its rich flavors, making it an excellent choice for special occasions. The dish showcases the indulgence of paneer dumplings immersed in a luscious cream gravy, creating a culinary masterpiece that's sure to elevate any celebration or special event.

Crafting the Kofta Mixture:

Aromatic Fusion: To embark on the creation of delectable koftas, begin by skillfully combining all the necessary ingredients. This includes aromatic spices and paneer, which will be the foundation for the flavorful kofta mixture. Meticulous Shaping: Lightly oil your hands to prevent sticking. Divide the well-combined mixture into 14 to 16 equal portions. With meticulous care, shape each portion into a round and enticing ball. This ensures that each vegetarian malai kofta is infused with a harmonious blend of spices, promising a delightful culinary experience. Protective Batter: To elevate the malai kofta recipe, create a smooth batter using flour and water. This batter will act as a protective and crispy layer around each kofta during frying. Precise Frying: In a well-heated pan containing at least 1 inch of oil, carefully dip the paneer balls into the batter, ensuring complete coverage. To gauge the oil's readiness, test it with a small piece of the batter mixture. If it swiftly ascends to the surface without browning, the oil is at the perfect temperature. Fry the coated koftas diligently, turning them intermittently. This allows the koftas to absorb the flavors of the hot oil, creating a desirable crisp exterior that complements the creamy texture within. The frying process ensures that every vegetarian malai kofta is a delightful balance of crunch and tenderness.

Malai Kofta Recipe: 

Tempering the Base: Begin the malai kofta gravy by heating oil in a saucepan. Add a single cumin seed and observe its immediate crackling response. This initial step, known as tempering, infuses the curry base with layers of aromatic complexity through the introduction of hing (optional) and cumin seeds. Introducing the Tomato Puree: Once the tempering is complete, introduce the vibrant tomato puree to the sizzling oil. Accompany the puree with an array of ground spices such as coriander powder, turmeric, and red chili powder. Allow this harmonious blend to simmer for approximately 4 minutes on medium heat. As the mixture dances in the pan, coax the tomatoes to release their natural oils, concentrating the flavors for a delectable malai kofta curry. Enhancing the Opulence: To elevate the richness of the malai kofta gravy, seamlessly integrate the previously prepared cream and flour mixture. Infuse this indulgent blend with salt and a cup of water. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken over a medium flame. This step ensures that the malai kofta curry achieves a luxurious consistency, enveloping each kofta in a velvety embrace. Finalizing the Symphony: As the recipe for malai kofta curry nears its culmination, sprinkle in the aromatic garam masala. Adjust the salt to achieve perfect taste balance. Garnish with a handful of fresh cilantro for a touch of vibrancy. Allow these final touches to meld in the heat, creating the hallmark flavor profile of an exceptional malai kofta. This concluding step brings the malai kofta curry to a harmonious and flavorful completion. If you liked this Recipe you must also try: Aloo Dum, Chhole Palak, Cabbage Kofta, Kadhi Pakora & Potato Curry with Yogurt Gravy What is Malai Kofta? Malai Kofta is a popular Indian dish featuring melt-in-your-mouth paneer dumplings bathed in a rich and creamy gravy. It's a showstopper perfect for special occasions or a delicious weeknight meal. Is Malai Kofta difficult to make? While it has several steps, each step is straightforward. With careful planning and these handy tips, you can create restaurant-quality Malai Kofta at home. How long does it take to make Malai Kofta? The total preparation and cooking time can vary depending on your speed, but generally allow for around 50 min. What are some good side dishes for Malai Kofta? Malai Kofta pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice, soft naan bread, or flavorful jeera rice. Can I use store-bought paneer? Absolutely! Look for fresh paneer in the refrigerated section of your grocery store. What if I don't have green chilies? You can omit them entirely for a milder dish. To retain a hint of spice, use red chili powder to adjust the spice level. What kind of cream should I use? Heavy cream or whipping cream will create the richest gravy. However, you can substitute full-fat yogurt or even low-fat cream for a lighter option. Can I use a different nut instead of cashews? Absolutely! Almonds, pistachios, or even a combination of nuts can add a delightful textural variation.

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    K Kaur
    September 13, 2021 at 5:09 am

    I love the koftas using this recipe but not too keen on the gravy. It tastes like kadhi. I’m using a different gravy recipe in future

    Shubhi Jain
    January 19, 2017 at 6:23 am

    Malai Kofta is my favourite order at restaurant. Nice recipe

    Shweta
    December 9, 2016 at 7:36 am

    Show the receipie along with preparation images

    Snigdha upadhyay
    October 20, 2016 at 7:43 am

    Hello aunty…. Your recipes are very simple yet very delicious. I hd tried jeera aloo for d first time after watching your video. It was simply awesome. I am a great fan of paneer. Plz share more recipes of paneer.

      Manjula Jain
      October 22, 2016 at 9:53 pm

      Singdha, next recipe is Paneer Pasandi coming soon

        Snigdha upadhyay
        October 25, 2016 at 11:23 am

        Anxiously waitíng for it…

    Sameer
    October 30, 2015 at 10:46 am

    Manjula
    Thanks for your great receipt
    In malai kofta can I use cheddar cheese instead of paneer?

      Manjula Jain
      October 31, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      Sameer, sorry no cheddar cheese, that will melt

    bushra ahuja
    September 14, 2015 at 7:12 am

    pl share recipe for golgappa(aata)/pani puri

    Lara Dutta Bupathy
    June 2, 2015 at 4:55 am

    Njoyed my kiddie world in u.k with my nanny and mum with loads of fun.now being mother of sara,finds cooking a tedious task…yeah i really mean it..

    Hope in next generation finds cooking a blast!

    Bon appétit!

    Susan
    May 13, 2015 at 11:45 pm

    Hi Manjula – Your recipes all look so wonderful. The first recipe I’m going to try is the Malai Kofta recipe you’ve demonstrated. Thank you for a great website. My mouth is watering as I take a tour of your web pages.

    Susan
    Victoria, BC

      bali Kashyap
      May 28, 2015 at 2:49 am

      I like now i will make and report to you.

    Vishal verma
    May 11, 2015 at 11:47 am

    Can we use khoya instead paneer

      Attia Talib
      May 27, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      no, khoya is a worst substitute. paneer melts while cooking n binds the ingredients. its tastes yummmy!!!

    bristol plasterers
    May 4, 2015 at 11:08 am

    Hmm these look delicious, thanks for posting up this recipe, looks quite simple to make.

    Simon

    Harneet
    January 26, 2015 at 4:11 pm

    hi Manjula
    Can we add thicken cream and then add flour

    Alka patel
    January 18, 2014 at 5:14 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing recipes with us.

    sayma
    December 5, 2013 at 1:44 am

    Ur receipes r gr8 n r less time consuming.thanx

    Navneet
    October 9, 2013 at 1:35 am

    Thanks Manjula Ji for your delicious recipes.

    Please tell me which cream do you use in your vegetables?

    Thanks

    Ron
    September 26, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    Thank you for your recipe for my all-time favourite dish,
    Love watching your YouTube clips.

    Thanking you

    ami
    September 12, 2013 at 2:32 pm

    u made our paryushan wonderful ..thanks for sharing recipes
    !!!

    SUNIL DASWANI
    February 9, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    THAN A MILLION MANJULAJI,

    TUSSI GRRRRR8 HO,

    ALL RECIPES OF YOUR S R ROCKING !!!!!

    I KEEP ON CONSTANTLY SURPRISING MY FAMILY MEMBERS WITH TASTY DISHES.

    Tenzin Yangkyi
    January 27, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    Hi Manjula Ji,

    Your recipes are great and easy to follow. I have tried several recipes of yours and they all have tasted great.

    Thanks for cooking lessons that you provide online.

    Yangkyi

    rajeshwari
    October 16, 2012 at 8:15 am

    Hi Manjulaji,
    Your recipes are too good and genuine
    Thank you so much

    Ananya
    August 24, 2012 at 6:24 am

    Auntie when I was trying to fry koftas , lot of them started leaking so all the white stuff actually came out(as if you would squeeze soemthing )out from the koftas .And kofta were lookinmg lIKE golguppas , totally hollow from inside .Why did that happen? \i tried lowering the heat bit nothing worked

    Poornima
    August 16, 2012 at 10:34 am

    Hello Madam,

    All your recipes look great and am yet to try this one by one.

    I see none of your recipes contain Garlic & Onion. usually in restuarant style gravies it would be added. should it be added or can be avoided?

    Robin
    August 1, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    I have just been introduced to some Indian food and am now absolutely addicted! Our local Indian market has a small deli in the back where I had malai kofta. I can’t wait to try this recipe! Thank you so much for sharing your cooking knowledge!

    juhi
    July 5, 2012 at 8:27 am

    Hello aunty i tried this and it was mummy but kofta’s 1st lot was was fried properly but 2nd lot it was a mess kofta broke in the kadai plzzzz help wht went wrong….

      Manjula Jain
      July 5, 2012 at 6:57 pm

      juhi
      May be heat was too low

      Natalie
      August 12, 2015 at 10:01 pm

      Koftas fall apart while frying because of the following reasons:

      1. the oil is not hot enough.
      You can do a test run with one of the koftas and see whether it’s hot; it should be hot but not smoking hot. If you struggle with the cumin test…try using a pinch of flour if it browns quickly but doesn’t burn then it is the correct temperature. If it burns straight away it’s too hot if it takes more than 10 seconds then it is too low

      2. The proportion of potato and paneer is not correct. If the koftas are not bound properly then they are likely fall apart.

    payal
    June 18, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    Did you use market paneer or home made panner? Thanks.

      admin
      July 1, 2012 at 9:41 pm

      Homemade paneer. Please see my recipe for making paneer – https://manjulalive.wpenginepowered.com/2008/05/24/how-to-make-paneer/

    Neetu
    June 2, 2012 at 4:08 am

    Thank you for this recipe as I was searching a recipe without garlic and onion please can you give more recipes like this.

    Bhavini Patel
    May 23, 2012 at 6:50 am

    Hello,
    thnxa lot 4 the creat this site..realy very helpful me …but try to put one of our best snack named is Khandvi, Khaman..i am waitng for them..n becuse of u i can taste my guju recipes here , finland..thnks so much..

    ahla
    May 22, 2012 at 11:36 pm

    hi,
    thnx a lot 4 the recipes , am a huge fan of u mam!!

    i had a doubt, u said that “Koftas are very soft they should be added to the gravy when you are ready to serve, otherwise koftas will break.”
    so we cant store them in the fridge once cooked?
    will the kofta’s break?

    gayatri
    May 17, 2012 at 5:03 am

    like ur all recipe.

    gayatri
    May 17, 2012 at 5:02 am

    like u all recipes

      Karen
      July 31, 2012 at 3:07 am

      I found these absolutely gorgeous. Way better than the restaurant meal which inspired me to chase this recipe down.

      To stop them breaking I put them in the fridge for 30 minutes before dipping and frying in ghee.

      Made paneer with supermarket milk with a good dollop of cream as I was worried about the crap that may have been in the milk. I try to use proper milk to give a good paneer.

      Thank you for a lovely recipe that is so acheivable

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    March 6, 2012 at 5:23 am

    […] hours to cook. Towards the end of the week, I start daydreaming about more elaborate meals like Malai Kofta or gnocchiwith a mushroom ragout. Once Monday hits, I have an hour or less for dinner […]

    Eric Davidson
    March 3, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Hello Manjula,

    I have tried several of your recipes and they are delicious! I am wondering what brand of deep, round bottom saucepans you use, they are just perfect for frying in oil. I would appreciate any information. Thank you very much for sharing your cooking talents!

    Eric

      Manjula Jain
      March 7, 2012 at 6:09 pm

      Eric, make sure you buy a heavy bottom frying pan.

    Sheena
    February 6, 2012 at 9:38 pm

    Very easy to make, thanks to your clear instructions and very delicious.

    L
    January 4, 2012 at 12:12 am

    Thank you, aunty Manjula! I gathered the ingredients, I followed your video and when the first batch of koftas broke I was not afraid to turn the heat to the highest setting and they were fine. The details are great: oiled hands, slightly watery batter, boiled water if the gravy turns out too thick (which it did, since my blender didn’t work and I had to use tomato paste instead of fresh tomatoes). This is an excellent recipe!

    sony
    January 3, 2012 at 2:08 am

    can we use tofu instead of paneer?

      Manjula Jain
      January 3, 2012 at 11:22 pm

      Sony,
      Use firm tofu, after grilling.

        sony
        January 8, 2012 at 1:02 am

        Thank you …….

    latha
    December 18, 2011 at 3:11 am

    hello aunty,
    i have seen several receipes, wonderful and easy to follow, to do i am going try this malaikoftha and let u know the result very soon thanks for sharing

    Nandini
    November 28, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    I love all your recipes very easy to cook and follow
    I like to learn kofta kaddi
    I hope you will add the recipe very soon

    Cameron Mitchell
    November 17, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    what a mess!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Koftas do not stay together nor do they cook in the oil….rubbish!

    Liane
    November 3, 2011 at 4:39 am

    Kathy…
    Generally used are the small serano peppers but there is an even smaller one that’s sold in Indian grocery stores that’s not a serano but more of what you described. Just asked my Indian MIL!

    Cathy
    November 2, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Hi, I grow many types of hot peppers but was just wondering what type is used in traditional Indian cooking. Usually I just use a Kung pao or a Thai hot pepper that is not red yet….I wasn’t sure what kind was “right”. I Love your website! I can’t stop watching these recipes. Yumyum. This is next on my “to make” list form sure. I eat Malai Kofta every year on my Birthday at a local restaurant.

    Sindhu
    October 28, 2011 at 7:38 am

    Hi aunty,
    I jus had a question. For all gravies we would be adding onion but why in malai kofta for gravy u didn add onions to make puree.

      Manjula Jain
      October 28, 2011 at 8:28 pm

      Sindhu,
      I don’t use onion.

    Sunitha
    October 1, 2011 at 9:24 am

    hai aunty,

    Your recipes are really great. I am a newly married & i didnt know how to cook all these recipes. We got o the restaurant to eat these. Thats when i found you as my inspiration & tried out your recipes one by one. Great I know how to make lots of delicious recipes now. Thanks a lot. I wanted to ask you one thing. I have read & heard maida is not good for health. What is a subtitute foe maida, which actually makes the gravy thicker & thats good for health. When you explain the recipes I feel as if my mom is teaching me. Thanks a lot. Lov you lots…aunty.

    With prayers & love always to you & your family…

    Reema
    September 11, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Hi manjula aunty,

    I tried quite a few of ur recipes some came out great sme nt so well. I dnt hv a gud blender so fr badam burfi I added dry milk tht made it realy creamy my own signature sweet dish….dokhla awful I hv tried dhokla maybe about 100 times n exactly step by steo bt agan nvr came out gud, naan perfect, kadhai paneer awsome,n today gonna try shahi paneer its different frm wat we cook…..as bcuz of ganesha festival ur recipes gave a real twist to our vegetarian menu….thnks again

    sv
    August 29, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    Hello aunty,
    Tried this for the first time and came out really well!! My 5 yr old son, husband and myself are fans of your recipes!! We watch them on youtube very often.

    Thank you for posting such delicious and easy to make recipes and videos. you rock!!

    Liane
    August 17, 2011 at 4:29 am

    Shikka,
    Also, if the koftas are sticking together when you are frying them, try frying not so many at a time. Fry just a few at a time.
    Thanks!

    shikha
    August 16, 2011 at 11:49 pm

    Dear Manjula aunty,

    thanks for such a terrific recipe, but just that when i tried to fry the koftas , they fell apart and also stuck to each other, wehen i tried to spearate them they broke..please help, what could have gone wrong?

    regards

    Shikha

      Manjula Jain
      August 17, 2011 at 12:55 am

      Shikha,
      May be heat was too low or the mix was too soft.

      viliam
      August 17, 2011 at 10:45 am

      hi,

      i’ve got the same problem. if you find the solution, please let me know 🙂

      viliam

    viliam
    July 20, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    hi manjula,

    i’ve got a question. i have tried this recipe 3 times. 1st time it went just great, 2nd time, koftas did fall apart in the oil, that was very sad. today, the 3rd time, koftas did come out nice from the oil, but after i placed them into gravy, they falled apart. i very sad, because i really don’t know what could possibly be wrong. another problem is, that koftas tend to stick to each other when frying. please, can you help me?

    thanks

    Priti
    June 13, 2011 at 6:58 am

    hello manjulaji, i am from mauritius. I really want to try this recipe but dont know what type of cream to use.. can u plz tell me? or is there a substitute for cream?

      jaya
      June 29, 2011 at 4:23 am

      hey, my mom just uses coconut cream (:

    sonal kaweri
    May 31, 2011 at 8:06 am

    which cream we hv use can u explain. i m glad tht u r here 2 help us. i sw ur so many dishes n i made tht. n tht was awesome so thank you

      jaya
      June 29, 2011 at 4:24 am

      coconut cream should be fine, that’s what my mom uses

    Radhika
    May 19, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    Hi

    I like your malai kofta recipe. I have tried many of your recipes and they have come out well.

    I have a question. Can i prepare the koftas and the gravy ahead of time say the previous day and store them in the fridge?

    Thanks

    Rincy
    May 14, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Hello Manjula auntie,

    Thank you for your wonderful recipes. I tried malai kofta this evening. The oil was properly hot but surprisingly 4 kofta out of 16 turned out good and other 12 broke down. I do not know what happened. I did everything as per recipe directions.

      Jackie
      June 19, 2011 at 7:08 pm

      Hi,
      My kofta’s usually turn out and I’m new to indian cooking. I wonder if your potatoes were too watery. I read in another article not to cool your potatoes in cold water or they will be runny. I boiled mine in the skin and peeled the skin after they cooled.

    Del
    May 7, 2011 at 2:30 am

    Hi Manjula,

    “1 cup mash paneer ”

    Does this need to be prepared (i.e. fried paneer) before using in this recipe ?

    How do you make the mash paneer ?

    The paneer I buy is in blocks, like normal cheese, so is quite tough, it may too touch when eating the mashed potato – no ?

    Thanks,
    Del

      Jaya
      May 7, 2011 at 4:25 pm

      You will get a much better result if you make the paneer yourself. About 4 cups of milk will give you one cup paneer. The store bought stuff is to hard and paneer needs to be soft for good koftas.

      To mash paneer, just crumble it between you fingers until it’s mostly very small pieces.

    Liane
    February 14, 2011 at 8:19 am

    Hi Kristin,
    I’ve run into the same problems you have before…. I live in Dallas and have “Indian” everything on every street corner.
    If you’d like, I have some hints and help for you if you’d like – my email address is lianalbert@extfservices.com My husband’s from India and I cook primarily Indian…
    Thanks,
    Liane

    kristin
    February 13, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    Can you suggest a substitute for asafetida? I always just leave it out cos I can’t find it in Wisconsin….without a major multi-city search effort…
    I am so grateful for your videos. This one especially helped me thru the frying process : ) I used to live near Jackson Heights and could get Malai Kofta made for me day or night and now that I live in the middle of nowhere in the Midwest I have to make my own Indian food and you have helped me tremendously by actually showing it in your videos! Thank you, thank you, thank you Manjula!!!

      Nomo
      February 18, 2011 at 2:46 pm

      There is a good indian grocer in Appleton, WI, if you are ever near that area. That is where I found asafetida (and some dal I was looking for.) Sometimes you can find it in asian markets. Look for a metropolitan area (Madison, Milwaukee, Fox Valley, etc) nearest you and google Indian food. You can also probably order Indian spices online, though I have not tried this route. Asafetida is said to taste a bit like leeks once it is cooked, so that might be a substitute? I haven’t tried that. Asafetida packs huge flavor in a little pinch!

    simi
    February 12, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    hi,i really like the recipe of malai kofta.is it possible to make kofta with any other vegetable because i don’t like potato.please reply soon

    sunita
    February 4, 2011 at 3:37 am

    Where is malai in malai kofta

      charmi
      April 6, 2011 at 8:00 am

      Cream is called malai in hindi/ India

    Kate & Ryan
    January 27, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    hi there from adelaide, australia! we would like to know if any parts of this recipe can be prepared ahead of time & put aside in the fridge over night to be reheated the next day? thanks, kate & ryan 🙂

      Manjula Jain
      January 27, 2011 at 5:48 pm

      Kate,
      You can prepare Koftas and gravy ahead of time and add both togather when you ready to serve.

      Jaya
      January 27, 2011 at 7:38 pm

      Kate, if they have been in the fridge overnight, put the koftas in the sauce and warm them on the stove over medium heat. Don’t try to heat it too quickly on high heat. if you do, then the sauce gets hot but the middle of the koftas are still cold. Also, slow heating allows the koftas to heat and soften.

    Kanika Sharma
    January 27, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Hello,

    I love your recipe. For the Kofta, can I not use Paneer in the mixture? My husband doesnt like Paneer so wanted to know.

    Please advise

    Thank You

      Jaya
      January 27, 2011 at 7:35 pm

      Kanika, I think you can make them without paneer just as nicely. Add more potato and make the koftas as the recipe states. I have done it that way when I was just too lazy to make paneer. The mashed potato is soft enough that you should still get a nice kofta without the paneer.

    subbareddy
    December 30, 2010 at 2:25 am

    madem recently i started catering business. you are my food business guide thanking you. but terminology make it easior please.

    SHAZA
    December 7, 2010 at 6:22 am

    PLEASE CAN U TEACH ME HOW TO MAKE PANI PURI

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    mohamed
    July 19, 2010 at 2:50 am

    we do not have paneer in CAIRO

      Curryqueen
      July 19, 2010 at 11:40 am

      Hello,
      I live in Cairo too, and have managed to substitute some ingredients. I found a recipe for homemade Paneer and all it needs is lemon juice and milk. It works out fine and I made Rasgullas and also Paneer Makhni. My family appreciated both dishes and it was not hard at all to make.
      All the best.

      Jaya
      July 19, 2010 at 4:55 pm

      It’s easy to make your own paneer at home. Check the recipes on this site and you will find it. The store bought paneer is too firm to use for kofta anyhow.

    Prianka
    July 17, 2010 at 7:45 pm

    hi,
    can we make koftas out of gulab jamun mix?

      Jaya
      July 18, 2010 at 4:06 pm

      Prianka, the gulab jamun mix is sweet and usually has soda bicarb or similar ingredient to make it puff when frying. I doubt it will work for a kofta, but you can always try just for curiosity.

    garima
    April 15, 2010 at 4:45 am

    it really worked for me

    Shaveta
    January 8, 2010 at 12:39 pm

    Hi,
    I am trying this recipe now, but as soon as i am putting balls for frying they start breaking. Please let me know the reason & what can i do now.
    Please reply soon as i am going to have guests tomorrow.

    thnx

      Sudha J
      March 10, 2010 at 1:08 pm

      You could try adding a spoon of corn flour to the vegetables before making them into balls for the kofta.

    retretert
    December 17, 2009 at 6:11 pm

    omg i love this thing

    juliette
    December 14, 2009 at 1:06 pm

    Hi manjulaji,

    Thank you so much for your wonderful recipes.
    is it possible to make the koftas ahead of time and keep them in the fridge for two days then fry them and put them in the gravy.

    gagan
    December 12, 2009 at 2:08 pm

    hi

    thax for all ur dishes. i want to make gheya(loki)kofta.could u plz help me.

      Manjula Jain
      December 12, 2009 at 2:40 pm

      Hello Gagan,
      Check the recipe for CABBAGE KOFTA, the only change you need to make squeeze the gheya after shredding.

    Neeharika
    November 23, 2009 at 5:06 pm

    Hi Manjulaji
    Thanks for your reply.I tried in American grocery.When i asked for cream, they showed me half& half.Is half&half and your cream same?Please let me know

    thanks
    neeharika

    Neeharika
    November 20, 2009 at 6:33 pm

    Hi Manjulaji
    My name is Neeharika.One of my friend told about your blog.I tried 3- 4 recipes from your blog.They turned out very tasty.I am a south indian.My husband likes north indian recipes.So i regularly visit your site for recipes.
    I want to try Malai kofta.I have one doubt regarding ingredients.What is cream?Where can i get cream, indian or american grocery?

      Manjula Jain
      November 20, 2009 at 11:39 pm

      Hi Neeharika,
      American grocery store, next to milk.

        SUCHETA
        November 23, 2009 at 3:18 pm

        Hi,

        I want to know is whipped cream from American store okay for this recipe.

        thanks

          Prachee
          December 24, 2009 at 4:44 pm

          I think she means heavy cream or whipping cream that come in small cartons in dairy section. Have used that for Indian curry type recipes that have a cream base. Never tried whipped cream though, which I think is in the frozen section.

    Anuradha
    November 14, 2009 at 2:29 am

    Dear All
    I was reading the comments for substitution of cream….how bout using a paste of skimmed milk powder mixed with water ???
    Anuradha

    Harini
    October 27, 2009 at 3:53 pm

    Looks really yummy… gonna make it for my hubby tonight… 🙂 🙂

    bharathi
    October 13, 2009 at 7:04 am

    Manjulaji

    Your recipes are awesome….

    Regarding Malai kofta gravy can I use 2% milk instead of cream??? Also Is the gravy same for Vegetable Kofta too?

      Manjula Jain
      October 13, 2009 at 10:38 am

      Hi Bharathi,
      I have done recipes making the gravies little different, wanted to show that you can play around with ingredients as per your taste. Just experiment and make the changes.

    rekha
    September 1, 2009 at 12:49 am

    hello aunty,

    i want to know how to make white gravy of malai kofta.

    sona
    August 12, 2009 at 6:11 am

    Dear Aunty,

    How are you?

    I tried your malai Kofta came very well. But i used sweetned condensed milk.

    Please tell me what is cream? (evaporated milk? or condensed milk? or whiped cream? ) please calrify my doubt as soon as possibe aunty.

    Is possible to make cream at home?

      Jaya
      August 12, 2009 at 2:34 pm

      Cream is basically milk with more fat. You should find it in the same section of the store that has milk. It will be labeled “light cream” or “heavy cream”. Use either. The only difference is heavy cream has more fat in it.

      The other items you listed will are not cream.

    Lisa
    July 31, 2009 at 3:49 pm

    Hello Manjula,

    I can not wait to try your Malai Kofta recipe, your video made it look quite easy.

    Thank you,

    Lisa

    kavita
    July 16, 2009 at 1:35 pm

    Can I make the kofta balls with cottage cheese intead of paneer

    Aditi Goyal
    July 14, 2009 at 3:26 pm

    hello Manjula Aunty,
    I’ve tried many of ur recipes specially snacks n sweets and they always comes out very well.
    The quantity u give is so much perfect for a small family.Today i tried malai kofta……but koftas
    started to break when i turned them while frying.Can u pls tell me what could be the reason?
    Anyways thanks a lot aunty for proving so many recipes.

    anita
    July 9, 2009 at 1:40 pm

    Hi Manjulaji,
    I like the way u show how to cook which seem so differnt from reading and know how much to add to the recipe. Your recipes r very easy and come out the exact way they should be. Can u pls show how to make plain eggless cake.
    Thank you

    Viddhi
    May 24, 2009 at 6:03 pm

    Hi Aunty,
    i love your recipes b’coz, u do not add onions and garlic as my husband don’t not eat onion and garlic as he is in the art of living. I used to search for the recipes that do not have onion and garlic.thanks for ur recipes.

    yamini
    May 8, 2009 at 1:13 am

    Hi! aunty i m frm india i watch this video but there was no malai in ur recepie.
    so how could u call it malai kofta.

    puja
    May 4, 2009 at 2:59 am

    Hi aunty could i replace the cream with the milk?

      kavita
      May 22, 2009 at 1:41 pm

      you can replace cream with milk. add a small piece of paneer with milk , blend to a smooth paste and add to your gravy….turns out v. rich.

    Vidya
    April 26, 2009 at 3:20 pm

    i have a question where do i find cream(malai) in USA …all i find is heavy whipping cream or sour cream but not malai . and what to use if i dont find malai . i am in south carolina area have have access to variety of indian stores but they dont seem to carry malai. where will i find cream? is cream is very important for this reciepe. please reply for me.

      Manjula Jain
      April 26, 2009 at 10:05 pm

      Hi Vidya, Cream you will find in every grocery store same area they keep milk.

      kavita
      May 22, 2009 at 1:38 pm

      cream can also be found at walmart or any other american store known as table cream, popularly is of nestle brand. I use it a lot for the creamy gravies or best use a meduim piece of paneer while blending tomato puree…it tastes awesome and thickens the gravy fast, you dont even need to add cornstarch.

    payal
    April 1, 2009 at 8:00 pm

    simple and good tasting recies thanx

    Aisha
    March 24, 2009 at 12:49 pm

    Manjula ji what is cream and how do you make this?? Is it yoghurt??

      Jaya
      March 24, 2009 at 5:25 pm

      Cream is milk fat. Depending on how much fat there is the cream it is sold at light cream, heavy cream, etc… It’s not practical to make it at home for most people. Cream and yogurt are NOT the same thing. Yogurt is milk that has been cultured.

      Buy cream from the dairy section of your grocery store.

    Krishna
    March 17, 2009 at 12:56 am

    Hi Manjula Aunty,

    I really like your recipes. I want to try this Malai kofta but would like to know what cream is that you use. Is it the malai that comes out of milk after you have boiled? Or ? please reply soon.

    Thanks,
    Krishna

    taylor
    March 12, 2009 at 7:44 am

    thank you manjula for this great recepies, i love them so much, that i’m all way’s cooking indian, every day.

    Siya
    February 25, 2009 at 1:11 pm

    Dear Manjula Aunty,
    Your website is a delight! I’ve tried a lot of your recipes, and they turned out great the first time around! But I DO have this question: HOWCOME YOU DONT USE ONIONS IN ANY OF YOUR RECIPES (even in Kadi Pakoras which is usually made with onions). Is there something we should know about onions, health-wise?
    Thanks,
    Siya

      Jaya
      February 25, 2009 at 3:46 pm

      There is nothing wrong with onions. Some people in India choose to not eat onions and garlic for various reasons.

      You, however, can add onions per your preference to these recipes. That’s what I do.

        Siya
        February 25, 2009 at 5:14 pm

        Wow, thanks, I did not know that.

        Siya

    dhika
    January 31, 2009 at 9:38 am

    dear manjula anty
    Just one quick question my son has dairy allergy what can i used insted of panner and cream if there is any other substance that i can use that would be great so please tell me thanks

      Siya
      March 25, 2009 at 7:12 am

      If your son has dairy allergy you can use tofu which is more healthy instead of paneer.

    Rhea
    January 29, 2009 at 4:30 pm

    Hello Aunty
    Iam an Indian and just came to SA, California a month ago…I started watching ur videos which has greatly enhanced my cooking..thank u…could u please tell me which brand paneer should i use and where can i get it in San Diego?….i would be very grateful…thanx again

      Manjula Jain
      January 30, 2009 at 10:13 am

      all the indian grocery stores keep the paneer I like Nanak brand paneer

    Siya
    January 29, 2009 at 10:14 am

    Hi Manjula ji,
    Great website; could you please upload the recipe for Kadi? Thanks!

      Manjula Jain
      January 29, 2009 at 2:26 pm

      Kadi recipe is already there

    poonam
    January 9, 2009 at 4:38 pm

    hello Manjula Aunty,
    I was just wondering if you could tell me a substitute for cream, or either if the cream is available in local grocery stores in USA – wht is the name on the box and the brand that I could use?

    Thanks
    Poonam

      Manjula Jain
      January 9, 2009 at 7:10 pm

      Hello Poonam,
      you can find cream in every grocery store the same place they keep milk, under the name heavy cream or whipping cream.

      Jaya
      January 9, 2009 at 7:28 pm

      The BRAND of the cream will vary depending on where you live in the US. Many dairy farms are regional and do not ship their products to the whole country.

      Ask the grocery clerk to help you find it.

    Manjula Jain
    December 16, 2008 at 7:54 pm

    Hello Bhumika,
    Use corn flour, it should work fine.

    bhumika mehta
    December 16, 2008 at 6:16 pm

    hi majula ji,

    i was planning to try your malai kofta recipe but was wondering if i can roll the kofta in corn flour insted of maida.As I live in sydney, at time it is difficult to find all purpose flour.Using corn flour will make any difference?

    Anu Viswanathan
    December 4, 2008 at 10:55 am

    I always wanted to have a special recipe notebook, now with your website, I CAN!!!
    I have tried most of the recipes from your website and all turned out to be really good. Ingredients and the quantity are absolutely perfect. Please suggest an alternative for heavy cream(which is low fat/carbs). I am just waiting to see more fusion recipes from you. Thank you so much for showing the easy way of cooking.

    ARUN KUMAR JAIN
    November 27, 2008 at 7:46 am

    MANJULAJI, Kind Regards.
    Taste of veg dishes was not so tasty as of now. After finding your website we have come discovered the real taste of all kind of dishes whether spicy or sweet. A lot of thanks from bottom of my heart for making my belly so satisfied.
    ARUN KUMAR JAIN

    Manjula Jain
    November 26, 2008 at 12:45 pm

    I will be doing that soon.
    Manjula

    vidya
    November 26, 2008 at 12:23 pm

    hi manjula ji….
    i was looking for ghiya kofta recipe….kindly post that one too…

    ahaana
    November 26, 2008 at 2:12 am

    thanks for the lovely recipe….my hubby loved it…pls share some other recipes to your site…all the best…u r simply great …

    Avinash
    October 24, 2008 at 4:28 pm

    Namaste Manjula Aunty,

    Your website and videos on youtube are very very helpful for people like us who stay away from India (especially who are “vegeterian”).

    I tried Malai Kofta from your website and its really very delicious.

    Thanks again and keep posting for “Vegans”

    Avinash

    shayoka
    October 2, 2008 at 10:06 pm

    Hello Manjula Aunty,

    I was just searching receipes on google and I found your website. I am very happy that you are doing very nice job. We are not eatting onion & garlic and as you know here in foreign country it is almost impossible to get food without onion & garlic. So we make every possible things at home. My husband is very found of new items. I have seen number of receipes on net. I would like to catch your all receips. Last but not least, I am learning those things which I had never thought in past. I will try it. Thank you very much with love.

    Archana
    September 22, 2008 at 1:39 pm

    i liked this receipe but is this possible that i can use yogurt inspite of using cream becos we don`t like cream in food.

    Manjula Jain
    September 1, 2008 at 8:26 am

    Hello Sweety,
    Few reasons dumplings can break, oil was not hot enough, potato and paneer mixture was too soft or before frying you forgot to dip the dumplings in flour batter.
    Manjula

    sweety
    September 1, 2008 at 6:56 am

    dumplings are breaking when i fry them ,please let me know what went wrong and what to do.thank u

    Sampada
    September 1, 2008 at 1:18 am

    Hello Manjulaji ,
    I absolutely adore your recipes ..n keep waiting for u to post new ones ..I tried this recipe of yours with variation of adding cashew nut paste made in milk instead of yoghurt n my husband really liked it too …
    Thnks for all your recipes 🙂
    Sampada

    Manjula Jain
    August 26, 2008 at 2:04 pm

    Hello Dipti,
    Yogurt is little sour but still provides creamy texture to gravy. uou always has to adjust salt, pepper and sourness to your taste.

    Dipti Malik
    August 26, 2008 at 1:27 pm

    One question; how can yogurt be used instead of the other two when it has a sour taste while cream and milk are a little sweet. Won’t the taste of the dish change ?

    Manjula Jain
    August 26, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    Hello Monica,
    I am glad you try but you know in most of the gravy you can substitute cream, milk, or yogurt for each other or just don’t use any one.

    Monica
    August 26, 2008 at 9:58 am

    Thanks for the lovely recipe aunty, i tried it right away but i didnt have cream at home, it is good though…

    Bhavika
    August 25, 2008 at 11:26 am

    Hello Aunty,
    thanks for your reply.
    Will try it soon.

    Dipti Malik
    August 22, 2008 at 1:41 pm

    Thank You aunty for this recipe. I tried it from some other site, on my sons B’day a month back ( I really wanted the recipe at that time), but believe me yours is much simpler and good. We want more good stuff from u.

    Manjula Jain
    August 21, 2008 at 4:45 pm

    Hello Sarika, Jaya explaines it well,
    Just use regular dairy cream sold in the milk section of the grocery store. It’s your choice if you want to use “heavy cream” or “light cream”. I use light cream because it is somewhat lower in calories and fat content, but does not diminish the quality of the dish

    sarika
    August 21, 2008 at 4:24 pm

    Hello manjulaji,
    which cream should i use..sour cream or light cream sweet.I am in doubt because i think light cream is sweet in taste

    Manjula Jain
    August 20, 2008 at 10:41 pm

    Heelo Drashti,
    You can find corn starch in any american grocery store. In the baking area, and most places you can use plain flour but not in kulfi.
    Manjula

    Jaya
    August 20, 2008 at 4:15 pm

    It’s easy to re-heat extra koftas. Put the koftas in the sauce and as the sauce re-heats, the koftas will re-heat too. Simmer the sauce and koftas on medium heat until the koftas are warmed through.

    You can use the microwave to reheat too, just place a cover loosely over the dish so the sauce doesn’t splatter and make a mess in the microwave. Microwave for about 45 to 60 seconds, stir, and then mircowave again till it’s the temperature you want.

    How long you re-heat on the stove or microwave depends if the sauce was at room temp or cold from being in the fridge. 🙂

    Jaya
    August 20, 2008 at 4:08 pm

    Hi Tiya,
    Just use regular dairy cream sold in the milk section of the grocery store. It’s your choice if you want to use “heavy cream” or “light cream”. I use light cream because it is somewhat lower in calories and fat content, but does not diminish the quality of the dish.

    tiya
    August 20, 2008 at 3:12 pm

    which cream do you use for this kind of vegetables.
    thanks

    Drashti
    August 20, 2008 at 2:58 pm

    Hello manjulaji.can i use anything else except corn starch.or where can i get this corn starch at indian store like subji mandi or any american store.

    Shehla
    August 20, 2008 at 2:25 pm

    Dear Auntie,
    As you mentioned in your recipe that the koftas should be added just before serving,otherwise they will break.What if there are any left overs,how am I supposed to heat them again?
    Thanks a million.

    Manjula Jain
    August 20, 2008 at 9:26 am

    Hello Bhavika, use the same gravy replacing cream with milk and just make koftas with banana, will work great.
    Manjula

    Bhavika
    August 20, 2008 at 6:55 am

    Hello Aunty,
    Namaste. .
    Just watched ur video…Loved it…Aunty we dont eat potatoes…Can I substitue them with raw banana dumplings…
    Wat can i substitue for creamitu?Can i substitute with whole milk or what?

    Jaya
    August 18, 2008 at 12:57 pm

    Hi Sonia,
    In the U.S. “plain flour” and “all purpose flour” are the same thing. Plain flour is the white flour most commonly used in cooking and baking. (don’t substitute with other flours called “cake flour” etc.)
    Jaya

    sonia
    August 18, 2008 at 11:16 am

    Thankyou Aunti for the recepie love it, i wonder if you can use reqular plain flour instead all purpose flour. if not how come??
    Thanks in advance
    Sonia

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    Manjula Jain
    August 16, 2008 at 7:44 pm

    Hello Kati,
    You are not using chili very little garam masala and you still find food is spicy dont add the ginger. If Indian food is new to the kids, try vegetable rice, zucchini rice, aloo paratha and let them devlop slowley the taste of indian food.

    Jaya
    August 16, 2008 at 7:07 pm

    Hi Katie,
    If there are no chilies and almost no garam masala, the “spicy” they are referring to may just be the flavorfulness and not hotness. Also, what are their ages? If they are young it just may be something they will adjust to as they get older and their tastebuds mature.

    Another solution if the dish seems too “spicy” to the kids, is stir in a spoon or two of plain yogurt to calm the flavor down for them.

    Hope this helps. 🙂

    Katie
    August 16, 2008 at 1:50 pm

    I am trying to find kid friendly recipes that my kids can enjoy as much as I do. The problem that I keep running into is that many recipes are too spicy for them. I never use chilies, and try to add just a little bit of graham masala. Yet many of my foods still comes out very spicy. Do you have any suggestions of what i can do to make it more desirable to kids used to eating lots of meat?

    thank you

    Shehla
    August 14, 2008 at 2:11 pm

    Thanks Auntie and Jaya, I really appreciate your reply.

    Jaya
    August 14, 2008 at 12:55 pm

    Hi Alpa, Wal-mart has milk, but I don’t think they carry cream.

    Purchase cream in the milk section of any regular grocery store.

    There is “heavy” cream and “light” cream. Heavy cream is richer (as the name implies), but you can use either. Light cream has somewhat fewer calories and fat if that is a concern.

    alpa
    August 14, 2008 at 10:30 am

    Hello Manjulaji,

    I want to know where do I get cream? from walmart? which section?

    Jaya
    August 14, 2008 at 8:34 am

    Hi Gayatri,
    Angrezi kripya – English please. There are a lot of readers from different countries.

    Gayatri
    August 14, 2008 at 5:36 am

    Namaste aunty,maine apaki sari recipes dekhi aur bahotasi try bhi ki.
    sari bahotahi achchi bani aur enako pasand bhi ayi.
    kya aap soya chunk ki koyi subzi bata sakengi?
    Thank u!!

    Jaya
    August 13, 2008 at 3:35 pm

    Hi Shehla, after you make the fresh paneer, drain out the water. Put the paneer into a strainer and press out more of the liquid by pressing the paneer with the back of a large spoon. Once there is very little water left, it is ready to use for making the koftas.

    Manjula Jain
    August 13, 2008 at 2:13 pm

    Hello Shehla,
    Use the home made paneer the same way you will use store baught.

    Shehla
    August 13, 2008 at 1:35 pm

    Hi Auntie,
    Can I use home made paneer for this recipe? And if yes ,how?
    Thanks a million.

    Jaya
    August 12, 2008 at 7:22 pm

    Hi Manju,
    It is called “malai kofta” as in malai for the cream in the sauce and kofta for the vegetable balls or dumplings.

    Jayanthy
    August 12, 2008 at 6:16 pm

    Hi Aunty,

    What can substitute for cream. Can i use milk. Btw i have tried your rasmalai recipe for the third time and its always mouth melting and delicious.

    Arjun
    August 12, 2008 at 12:24 pm

    manju, malai refers to cream (“clotted cream” to be more specific) and kofta means dumpling or meat/veggie balls. Hence we have malai kofta which are veggies balls in a rich creamy sauce.

    Jaya
    August 12, 2008 at 7:15 am

    Dear Auntyji,
    Thank you for posting Malai Kofta. I will make it this Saturday for Raksha Bandhan.
    Happy Rakhi to everyone. 🙂

    manju
    August 12, 2008 at 2:16 am

    hi 1 am the first one to comment.thanx for the recipe but why it is called malai kofta

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