Vegetable Koftas Recipe

Name: Vegetable Koftas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Koftas; 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed; 2 slices bread; 1 1/4 cups mashed potatoes; 1 serrano pepper, finely chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; 1 teaspoon salt; vegetable oil, for deep-fat frying; For the Gravy; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 medium onions, chopped; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 cup tomato paste; 3/4 cup milk; salt to taste; 1/4 cup cream (optional); 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cashews

Servings: persons

For the Koftas
1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
2 slices bread
1 1/4 cups mashed potatoes
1 serrano pepper, finely chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil, for deep-fat frying
For the Gravy
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium onions, chopped
1 teaspoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 cup tomato paste
3/4 cup milk
salt to taste
1/4 cup cream (optional)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cashews

1
Boil the mixed vegetables till soft. Drain, and allow to cool to room temperature. When cool, chop fine and set aside.
2
Moisten the slices of bread with a little water and squeeze out the excess. Stir together the vegetables, bread, mashed potatoes, serrano, onion, ginger, cilantro, and salt. Form into 8 balls.
3
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
4
Fry the koftas in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and allow to cool to room temperature.
5
Make the gravy by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions, ginger, garlic, ground coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook until the onions have softened. Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes. Pour in the milk and season with salt; cook for 10 to 15 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
6
To serve, reheat the koftas in the gravy. Garnish with the cream and chopped cashews.

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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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Koftas, 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed, 2 slices bread, 1 1/4 cups mashed potatoes, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Koftas falls under the General 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.

Vegetable Koftas

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