Nutty Cheese Kofta Recipe

Name: Nutty Cheese Kofta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tbsp. rusk crumbs; 4 tbsp. grated processed cheese; 1 sm. onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. coarsely ground peanuts, roasted and salted; 1 sm. bunch coriander leaves, chopped; 1 green chili, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp. red chilies; 1/4 tsp. garam masala; 6 to 7 tbsp. milk; 3 onions; 1 piece ginger, grated; 3 tomatoes, pureed; blanched; 1/2 cup curd, beaten; 2 tbsp. tomato sauce; 1/4 tsp. haldi powder; 1/2 tsp. coriander powder; 1/2 tsp. garam masala; 1 cup water; Salt, to taste

Servings: persons

8 tbsp. rusk crumbs
4 tbsp. grated processed cheese
1 sm. onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. coarsely ground peanuts, roasted and salted
1 sm. bunch coriander leaves, chopped
1 green chili, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. red chilies
1/4 tsp. garam masala
6 to 7 tbsp. milk
3 onions
1 piece ginger, grated
3 tomatoes, pureed
blanched
1/2 cup curd, beaten
2 tbsp. tomato sauce
1/4 tsp. haldi powder
1/2 tsp. coriander powder
1/2 tsp. garam masala
1 cup water
Salt, to taste

1
Kofta: Mix all the ingredients and add enough milk to make small balls.
2
Deep-fry 2 to 3 pieces only at a time on a medium fire.
3
Gravy: Grind rusks to make crumbs.
4
Heat ghee.
5
Add onions and ginger.
6
Cook until golden brown.
7
Add haldi, coriander and chili powder.
8
Add the pureed tomatoes.
9
Cook until ghee separates.
10
Add whisked curd gradually.
11
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until ghee separates again.
12
Add water to make a thick gravy.
13
Add tomato sauce, garam masala and salt.
14
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
15
Add koftas at the time of serving.
16
Give one boil.
17
Garnish with sliced almonds and coriander.
18
Well-whisked malai can also be sprinkled on the koftas at the time of serving.

269

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tbsp. rusk crumbs, 4 tbsp. grated processed cheese, 1 sm. onion, finely chopped, 2 tbsp. coarsely ground peanuts, roasted and salted, and more.

Yes, Nutty Cheese Kofta falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nutty Cheese Kofta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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