Paneer Kofta
This Paneer Kofta recipe uses skimmed milk paneer, which is a low-fat and high-protein ingredient, making it ideal for weight loss. Paneer Kofta is an Indian curry made with paneer (cottage cheese) balls and a creamy tomato-based sauce. This gluten-free recipe is suitable for vegetarians and is an excellent source of protein and calcium. It is also a good source of dietary fiber and provides a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals. However, people with a dairy allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
184 kcal
Protein
8 g
Carbs
19 g
Fat
9 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Besan (chickpea flour)
0.5 small cup (50g)
Cumin Powder
1.5 tsp (3g)
Coriander Powder
2 tsp (4g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tbsp (15g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (80g)
Chopped Tomato
1 cup (200g)
Ginger Paste
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Garlic paste
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Paneer Homemade (Toned milk)
0.5 crumbled, cup (100g)
Instructions
Preparation
In a mixing bowl, mix crumbled paneer, besan, ginger-garlic paste, and salt. Mix well.
Make small balls from the mixture and place them on a plate.
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Place the paneer balls in the air fryer basket and spray them with cooking spray.
Air fry the paneer balls for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through until they are golden brown and crispy.
Cooking Steps
In a pan, heat oil over medium flame, add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Stir well.
Add water and mix well.
Cover the pan with a lid and let the gravy cook for 7-8 minutes over medium heat.
Add the paneer koftas to the gravy and let it cook for another 5-10 minutes.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Pranav Kumari Roy
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Paneer Kofta has quickly become a household favorite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Priti Prakash Hammad
"Prepped this over the weekend, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Paneer Kofta was. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will be making this again very soon."
Priya Das
"Tried making this last night, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Paneer Kofta was. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Divya Kumari Saxena
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and the experience has been outstanding. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"