Name: Malai Kofta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 200 g Potatoes (boiled and mashed); 100 g Grated bottle gourd (lauki); 2 tbsp All-purpose flour; 1 tsp Salt; 1 cup Oil (for frying); 200 g Tomatoes (pureed); 1 piece Onion (finely chopped); 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste; 100 ml Coconut milk; 1 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Coriander powder; 1 tsp Garam masala; 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

In a bowl, mix the boiled and mashed potatoes, grated bottle gourd, all-purpose flour, and salt. Form small balls (koftas) from the mixture.
Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the koftas until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
Add the pureed tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
Gently add the fried koftas to the gravy and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

Ensure the koftas are fried on medium heat to avoid burning.
You can adjust the consistency of the gravy by adding water if needed.