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🌟 Introduction
Veg Kofta Curry is a luxurious North Indian dish made with spiced mixed vegetable dumplings (koftas) simmered in a creamy, flavorful tomato-onion gravy. These soft and crisp koftas melt in your mouth and soak up all the aromatic curry flavor, making it a show-stopper dish for festive meals or special dinners.
This special veg kofta recipe brings the perfect balance of texture and taste—crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside, and rich, buttery gravy outside!
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Veg
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4
Cost: 100

Ingredients

For the Koftas:

  • 1 cup grated cabbage
  • 1 cup grated carrot
  • ½ cup boiled mashed potatoes
  • 2 tbsp corn flour or besan
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 chopped green chili
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • Oil for deep frying or shallow frying

For the Gravy:

  • 2 tbsp oil or butter
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 inch cinnamon
  • 2 –3 cloves
  • 2 onions chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cream or cashew paste
  • ½ tsp kasuri methi crushed
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Koftas

  • Mix all the kofta ingredients in a bowl.
  • Shape into small round balls.
  • Heat oil and fry koftas until golden brown and crisp.
  • Remove and keep on a tissue to drain excess oil.
  • 💡 Air fry or bake for a healthier version!

Step 2: Make the Gravy

  • Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté till golden brown.
  • Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  • Add turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and tomato puree. Cook until oil separates.
  • Add cream (or cashew paste) and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil.
  • Add kasuri methi and simmer for 5–7 minutes.

Step 3: Assemble the Dish

  • Just before serving, place the koftas in a bowl and pour the hot gravy over them.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and a swirl of cream.

⚠️ Do not add koftas too early or they will become soggy.

    🍽️ Serving Suggestions

    • Serve with naan, jeera rice, roti, or lachha paratha.
    • Perfect for festive meals, dinner parties, or special Sunday lunches.

    🔥 Tips & Variations

    • You can use paneer and spinach for Malai Kofta variation.
    • Add chopped nuts to the kofta mixture for added richness.
    • Make the gravy ahead of time and store it for quick serving.