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Fragrant Malai Kofta over Basmati
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Fragrant Malai Kofta over Basmati

★★★★★ 4.4 (214 ratings)

Our Malai Kofta leans on yellow onion and patience: rich without ever feeling heavy, then finished over Basmati.

Prep
8 min
Cook
48 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb malai kofta
  • 4 oz yellow onion
  • 1/4 cup garlic-ginger paste
  • 2 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 cup turmeric
  • 3 cloves garam masala
  • 1 tsp fresh cilantro
  • to taste a squeeze of citrus
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the malai kofta generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the malai kofta and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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