Recipestable

Tag: kofta curry

  • A Taste of Pakistan: Authentic Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe!

    Aslam-o-Alakaum My Lovelies !!

     In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

    Mutton Kofta Curry

    A very yummy full of flavors Mutton Kofta Curry recipe. The combination textures, and nutritional value makes Mutton Kofta Curry a popular dish that can be had as a complete meal. It’s a hearty Kofta that works just well in any course of meal. Give it a try!!

    Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe
    Photo: Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe
    Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe
    Photo: Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe

    This mutton kofta recipe is prepared with a mince meat blended with a herbs like coriander and curry leafs, spices and made into small lemon sized balls which are cooked in curry. It makes a great meal when served with zeera rice and kachumbar salad. Check it out the mutton kofta recipe here.

    Check it out the Mutton kofta Curry Recipe here!!

    Print Pin

    Mutton Kofta Curry

    A very yummy full of flavors Mutton Kofta Curry recipe. The combination textures, and nutritional value makes Mutton Kofta Curry a popular dish that can be had as a complete meal.
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
    Total Time 2 hours
    Servings 8
    Author Bushrah @Recipestable

    Ingredients

    For Kofta (Meatballs)

    • 1 kg mutton mince keema
    • 2 onions finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoon roasted and grounded chickpeas
    • 1 egg lightly beaten
    • 1 teaspoon chopped ginger
    • 1 teaspoon green chili paste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • Salt To Taste
    • Oil for frying

    For Kofta Curry

    • 2 onions thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup oil or butter
    • 1 cup boiled and skinned tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 2 tablespoon yogurt
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • Salt To taste

    For Garnishing

    • 2 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves
    • 2 green chilies thinly sliced
    • boiled eggs optional

    Instructions

    To Make Koftas

    • Put all kofta ingredients in a food processor. Process until combined together.
    • Take it out in a bowl and shape into koftas (meatballs).
    • Put in a refrigerator for 2 hours or until firm or set.
    • Now heat oil in a deep pan and fry kofta’s for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.
    • Remove from the oil and Keep aside.

    To Make Kofta Curry

    • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a wok or skillet.
    • Saute onions until translucent.
    • Add ginger garlic paste and cook for few seconds.
    • Now add the rest of the curry ingredients with enough water to make a smooth gravy.
    • Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until gravy is smooth and thickened.
    • Cook on high heat, add the fried koftas and 1 cup water.
    • Cover again and simmer for 40 minutes or until koftas are cooked inside.
    • Increase the flame and cook 5 minutes longer or until gravy is thickened.
    • Add boiled eggs.
    • Garnish with green chilies and coriander leaves. Mutton Kofta Curry is ready to eat. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with Naan, chapati or boiled rice.

    I have also posted Fish Kofta Curry and Kofta Palak which are another easiest & tastiest version of making kofta’s(meatballs). Do check it out as well.

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

    Happy Cooking!!

    If you like this Mutton Kofta Curry Recipe, Please Subscribe to my blog. I have lots more recipes to share with you. And If you make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • The BEST Kofta Palak Recipe: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Meatballs in Creamy Spinach

    Kofta Palak

    Get an exciting taste with this Kofta Palak recipe that is prepared with combination of meat balls, spinach and fenugreek. Kofta Palak is perfect to serve at any occasion.

    Kofta Palak Recipe
    Photo: Kofta Palak Recipe

    Check it out the Kofta Palak Recipe here!!

    [divider]

    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:1 hour[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:5 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Medium [/one_fourth_last]

    [divider]

    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Ingredients[/tab_title] [tab_title]Nutrition[/tab_title] [/tabs_head] [tab]

    For Kofta (meatballs)

    • 1 kg mutton or chicken mince
    • 1 cup brown onion, crushed
    • 4 green chilies
    • 1 egg
    • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
    • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
    • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 2 teaspoon cornflour
    • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds (khashkhask)
    • 1 teaspoon red chili
    • salt to taste
    • oil for frying

    For Palak Curry:

    • 1/2 kg spinach ( palak), boiled and chopped
    • 2 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves (methi)
    • 2 onions, chopped
    • 2 tomatoes, chopped
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1/4 cup ghee or butter
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • a pinch of garam masala powder
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Step by Step Method[/tab_title] [tab_title]Serving Suggestions[/tab_title][/tabs_head] [tab]

    Step 1

    Take a large bowl, mix together the kofta ingredients.

    Step 2

    Shape into small balls.

    Step 3

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

    Step 4

    Fry koftas for 5-8 minutes or until they turn golden.

    Step 5

    Remove from the oil and absorb on kitchen paper.

    Step 6

    Keep warm.

    Step 7

    To Make Kofta Curry:

    Melt butter in a deep skillet or wok over medium heat.

    Step 8

    Saute onion in butter until transculant.

    Step 9

    Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute then add tomatoes, red chili, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder and salt.

    Step 10

    Add spinach, fenugreek leaves and 1 cup milk.

    Step 11

    Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 40 minutes or until done.

    Step 12

    Remove the lid. Add koftas and cook on high heat for 20 minutes or until they cooked inside.

    Step 13

    Put on dum for few minutes the take it out in a dish. Kofta Palak is ready to serve. ENJOY!

    [/tab] [tab]

    • Serve with rice, naan, or chapati.

    [/tab] [/tabs]
    If you like Kofta Palak Recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.And if you know more innovative ways in which we can utilize this mouth watering Kofta Palak, do share with us and we would be glad to give it a try.

  • Chicken Kofta In Walnut Gravy Recipe

    Chicken kofta curry may time to prepare but the end taste is absolutely worth it. This Chicken Kofta In Walnut Gravy Recipe  is a nice change from the usual style Kofta. Try it out this Chicken Kofta In Walnut Gravy recipe and don’t forget to leave a comment below.

    [one_third] Prep Time:1 hour[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 40 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 6 [/one_third_last]

    [review]

    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Ingredients[/tab_title] [tab_title]Nutrition[/tab_title] [/tabs_head] [tab]

    • 500 gm chicken mince
    • 4 cup chicken stock
    • 4 green chillies
    • 2 medium onions
    • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
    • a pinch garam masala powder
    • 2 green cardamoms
    • 2 tablespoon fresh cream
    • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Step by Step Method[/tab_title] [tab_title]Serving Suggestions[/tab_title][/tabs_head] [tab]

    Step 1

    In a large bowl, mix together the chicken mince, red chilli powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder and salt.

    Step 2

    Divide mixture into equal portions.

    Step 3

    Now roll each portion into a ball.

    Step 4

    Bring chicken stock to boil, crush green cardamoms and mix in to chicken stock.

    Step 5

    Mix in chicken balls to boiling stock, lower the heat up and continue to stir fry until chicken balls are cooked and stock has almost evaporated. Set aside.

    Step 6

    Wash and cut green chilies. Boil walnuts and then grind in to a fine paste.

    Step 7

    Take off and boil onions, remove and grind to a paste.

    Step 8

    Heat up oil in a skillet or wok. Add boiled onion paste. Cook and stir until oil begins to separate.

    Step 9

    Now add ginger, garlic paste and green chillies. Cook and stir for a moment. Add tomato paste.

    Step 10

    Bring to a boil. Stir in the walnut paste.

    Step 11

    Lower the heat, mix in fresh cream, stirring continuously.

    Step 12

    Put koftas into the skillet. Bring to a boil and adjust seasoning.
    Cook for 10 minutes or until sauce is thickened.

    Step 13

    Take it out in a dish. Chicken Kofta In walnut Gravy is ready to serve.

    [/tab] [tab]

    • Serve with rice or paratha.

    [/tab] [/tabs]

  • Recipe: Chicken Kofta With Palak

    Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

    Cook Time: 40 minutes

     Servings: 5

    Ingredients

    For Kofta:

    • 500 gm boneless chicken
    • 1 cup fried onion, golden brown
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 1 egg, lightly beaten
    • 1/2 tsp hot spices powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt

    For Gravy:

    • 1 kg spinach, boiled & chopped
    • 4 tbsp fenugreek, dried
    • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup oil
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 10 green chilies, thinly sliced
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds, roasted
    • 2 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt

     

    Directions:

    For Koftas:

    1. Place boneless chicken and fried onion in a chopper.
    2. Finely chopped until well combined.
    3. Put into a bowl, add salt, ginger garlic paste, hot spices powder.
    4. Pour beaten egg to the chopped mixture.
    5. Mix well and form small balls out of the mixture.
    6. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.

    For Gravy:

    1. Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet.
    2. Fry chopped onions for 2-3 minutes then add ginger garlic paste.
    3. Cook for 30 seconds.
    4. Now add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin seeds, salt, fenugreek and plain yogurt.
    5. Cook and stir well.
    6. When oil separated from gravy, then place koftas in it.
    7. Turn heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
    8. Now add boiled spinach.
    9. Cover and cook on low flame for 30 minutes.
    10. Add green chilies.
    11. Take it out in a serving bowl.
    12. Delicious Chicken Kofta With Palak is ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve with Boiled Rice.

     

  • One-Pan Wonder: Fish Kofta Curry Recipe (Minimal Cleanup!)

    Everyone loves kofta curry, so here is a Fish Kofta Curry recipe that will really get your mouth watering; completely fresh and spicy they are brilliant! Try this Fish Kofta Curry recipe that goes perfect as a side dish, serve with green chutney !!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 35 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 8[/one_third_last]

    [review]

    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Ingredients[/tab_title] [tab_title]Nutrition[/tab_title] [/tabs_head] [tab]

    • 1 kg white fleshed fish
    • 250 gms tomatoes blanched & diced
    • 2 tbsp beaten curd
    • 1 inch piece ginger
    • 6 flakes garlic
    • 2 cloves
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • small piece cinnamon bark
    • 1 tsp garam masala powder
    • 2 cardamom
    • 1 onion
    • few mint leaves
    • 1 slice bread soaked & squeezed dry
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds
    • 1 tsp coriander seeds
    • 8 green chillies
    • small bunch coriander leaves
    • 1 tsp chilli powder
    • 3 tbsp oil
    • oil to fry
    • Salt To Taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 8 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Step by Step Method[/tab_title] [tab_title]Serving Suggestions[/tab_title][/tabs_head] [tab]

    Step 1

    Boil the fish and remove the bones nicely.

    Step 2

    Mince the small onion, 4 green chilies, mint, coriander leaves and blend with the fish along with bread, salt and garam masala powder.

    Step 3

    Knead to a smooth mixture, form into small balls and deep fry to a golden brown colour.

    Step 4

    Drain and set aside.

    Step 5

    Pound together the remaining spices to a fine powder.

    Step 6

    Grind onion, ginger and garlic to a paste.

    Step 7

    Heat 3 table spoons of ghee and fry the ground paste to a golden brown colour.

    Step 8

    Put in spices and fry for a couple of seconds, then put in tomatoes and curd. Cook till the ghee floats to the top.

    Step 9

    Put in 2 cups of water, mix nicely and cook over a low fire till all the liquid dries.

    Step 10

    Mash to a smooth paste with the help of a wooden spoon and then pour in 2 more cups of water.

    Step 11

    Bring to a rolling boil, reduce heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes.

    Step 12

    Put in the fish balls and simmer for 5 more minutes.

    Step 13

    Take it out in a dish. Garnished with coriander leaves. Fish Kofta Curry is ready to serve.

    [/tab] [tab]

    • Serve with naan or boiled rice.

    [/tab] [/tabs]

  • Recipe: Badami Kofta Curry

    Badami Kofta Curry

    The koftas (meatballs) in this dish can be made with beef, lamb or chicken. It makes a great meal when served with jeera rice and kachumbar salad.

    Prep Time: 1 hour

    Cook Time: 50 minutes

     Servings: 6

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 kg ground meat
    • 1 onion
    • 4 garlic cloves
    • 4 green chilies
    • 1 inch piece of ginger
    • 1/4 bunch of coriander leaves
    • 1/4 bunch of mint leaves
    • salt to taste

    Ingredients for gravy:

    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 2 boiled tomatoes
    • 250 gm plain yogurt
    • 25 gm almonds, crushed
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1-1/2 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • salt to taste
    • all spice to taste
    • 1/4 cup cooking oil
    • 1-1/2 cup water
    • 1/4 bunch fresh coriander leaves

     

    Directions:

    1. Place all kofta ingredients in a food processor.
    2. Process until well combined.
    3. Take the mixture out in a bowl.
    4. Boil almonds in water then peel.
    5. Make small balls of kofta mixture.
    6. Then place an almond in the middle of each ball.
    7. Place in a refrigerator for 40 minutes or until set.
    8. Heat oil in a pan or wok.
    9. Fry chopped onions in hot oil for 3-4 minutes.
    10. Then add ginger garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
    11. Add all spices, turmeric powder, cumin, coriander powder, red chili and salt.
    12. Also add ½ cup water.
    13. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low flame 5 minutes.
    14. Put boiled tomatoes, yogurt, boiled almonds in a blender.
    15. Blend and make a smooth paste.
    16. Add this paste in the gravy.
    17. Also add ½ cup more water.
    18. Bring to a boil and carefully place prepared kofta balls in it.
    19. Again cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until meat is cooked thorough.
    20. Uncover and stir well.
    21. Garnish with coriander leaves.
    22. Delicious Badami kofta are ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions:

    •  Enjoy with Roghni Naan.

  • Melt-in-Your-Mouth Meatballs: The Perfect Kashmiri Kofta Curry Recipe!

    Kashmiri Kofta Curry_ An awesome delicacy of Kashmiri cuisine Kofta Curry.  The koftas (meatballs) in this dish can be made with beef, lamb or chicken. It makes a great meal when served with jeera rice and kachumbar salad. Check it out the Kashmiri Kofta Curry recipe here!!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 25 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 60 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 8[/one_third_last]

    [review]

    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Ingredients[/tab_title] [tab_title]Nutrition[/tab_title] [/tabs_head] [tab]

    • 750 gms lean minced mutton
    • 3 green chillies, finely chopped and seeds removed
    • 3 tbsp plain yogurt
    • 1 tsp ground ginger
    • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
    • 1 tsp chilli powder, or to taste
    • 2 tsp garam masala
    • 120 gm ghee
    • 1 tsp sugar
    • 1 tbsp milk powder
    • 1 cup  warm water
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom

    [/tab] [tab]

    Yield: 8 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Step by Step Method[/tab_title] [tab_title]Serving Suggestions[/tab_title][/tabs_head] [tab]

    Step 1

    Combine minced mutton in a bowl with chillies, 1 tbsp yogurt, ginger, coriander, chilli powder, 1 tsp garam masala and 30 gms ghee. Mix thoroughly and shape into small meatballs (koftas).

    Step 2

    Heat the rest of the ghee in a sauce pan. Add the sugar, milk powder, remaining yogurt and garam masala, stir over heat for 1 minute.

    Step 3

    Add 1 /2 cup warm water and the meat koftas. Simmer until the water has evaporated, turn the koftas and add another 1 /2 cup of warm water.

    Step 4

    Simmer until water has evaporated. Sprinkle with pepper and the ground cardamom.

    Step 5

    Dish it out. Kashmiri Kofta Curry is ready to serve. ENJOY!!
    [/tab] [tab]

    • Serve with chapati, or rice.

    [/tab] [/tabs]

  • Green Chili kofta Recipe

    Try this Green Chili kofta recipe from a member of the Recipestable Community.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 60 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 6[/one_third_last]

    [review]

    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Ingredients[/tab_title] [tab_title]Nutrition[/tab_title] [/tabs_head] [tab]

    For Kofta:

    • 500 gm chicken mince
    • 12 hot green chili, with green stem
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 2 tbsp bread crumbs
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • salt to taste

    For Gravy:

    • 1 onion, blended
    • 1/4 cup oil
    • 1 cup tomatoes
    • 1 tsp tomato paste
    • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp garam masala
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 cup water

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 tbsp mint leaves, finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
    [tabs type=”horizontal”] [tabs_head] [tab_title]Step by Step Method[/tab_title] [tab_title]Serving Suggestions[/tab_title][/tabs_head] [tab]

    Step 1

    Wash green chilies and drain. Set aside.

    Step 2

    Place chicken mince in large mixing bowl. Add ginger garlic paste, bread crumbs, black pepper and salt. Mix well.

    Step 3

    Take ball size chicken mince and cover the green chili leaving the green stems. Cover and leave it for 30-40 minutes or until set.

    Step 4

    Heat oil in a cooking pot and fry prepared koftas for 5-8 minutes or until brown on all sides. Then remove from oil and set aside.

    Step 5

    Blend tomatoes with red chili powder and tomato paste.

    Step 6

    In the remaining oil add Onion, tomato blend, black pepper and salt. Cook for 5 minutes then add water. Bring to a boil, put fried koftas in it.

    Step 7

    Let it simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is tender and gravy is slightly thick. Take it out in a serving bowl.

    Step 8
    Garnish with mint and coriander leaves. Green Chili kofta is ready to serve.

    [/tab] [tab]

    • Serve with Boiled rice or naan.

    [/tab] [/tabs]