10 Must Try Kofta Recipes

Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 12:15 [IST]

Nothing pleases the Indian taste-buds like the taste of exotic dishes. The spices and herbs of the subcontinent when mixed in the right proportions, give out a distinct flavour which is simply difficult to put in words. Talking of the exotic recipes of India, one of the most craved for delight are the fried koftas in rich and creamy gravies.

Kofta recipes are a favourite among many. Kofta curries hail from the royal kitchens of India which which was prepared for the pleasure and delight of the kings and the Nawabs. Boredom from the regular meat and vegetables resulted in experimentation with food and the end result was the discovery of kofta curries.

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Interestingly, the recipes of the royal kitchens were passed on through the generations and we can now easily prepare the royal food in our own humble kitchens. So, today Boldsky brings to you a lip-smacking collection of chosen kofta recipes which is sure make you drool.

Check out these 10 must try kofta recipes.

Noor Jahani Kofta

The Noor Jahani kofta is a vegetarian's delight from the royal kitchens of Awadh. This rich and creamy dish is prepared using cashewnut paste which gives this dish its unique flavour. The koftas are made of potatoes and paneer which are the favourite ingredients of vegetarians and non vegetarians alike.

Dudhi Kofta

This recipe is healthy, filling and delicious. Dudhi is nothing but the Indian bottle gourd which is grated and then made into balls or koftas and then cooked in tomato gravy.

Murgh Methi Kofta

Murgh methi kofta is a delicious chicken recipe which is not very popular yet but tastes awesome. This recipe is made with the combination of two main ingredients, chicken and methi (fenugreek). Dry fenugreek or kasoori methi goes into the making of this delicious chicken curry which makes this dish burst with tempting flavours. Whole chicken is not used in preparing this dish. Rather chicken mince is used to make balls which are steamed in a lip-smacking gravy.

Aloo Kofta

Vegetarians who love aloo and kofta can blend the two to prepare a lip-smacking side dish. Here is the aloo kofta recipe which tastes yum and can be easily prepared as well.

Mushroom Kofta

Mushroom recipes are in great demand due to the good taste of mushrooms and their high nutritional value. You can either make a gravy or a dry one. We will make a gravy preparation of mushroom kofta.

Mutton Keema Kofta Curry

The specialty of this kheema kofta recipe is that it is not meant to be overtly spicy. The blend of spices is supposed to be so perfect that you cannot taste any single flavor separately.

Peas Kofta

Peas kofta is made by a making balls out of mashed peas, spices and flour. These balls are then fried and dipped into a curry mix. This kofta recipe is extremely yummy and will be definitely liked by all. You can make this peas kofta recipe extremely spicy or mild, just according to your taste.

Nargisi Kofta

It is a rich and extremely delicious recipe. This unique non vegetarian recipe is made in two steps. First the kofta is prepared with boiled eggs and minced chicken and then it is cooked in a rich and creamy gravy.

Mixed Vegetable Kofta

This vegetable recipe is an amazing camouflage of vegetables in a creamy texture that melts in mouth. Once you prepare this kofta recipe you will start getting consistent demands of preparing it again and again. This recipe is actually of Sindhi origin. But it has gained immense popularity because of its healthy nature and easy cooking style.