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How to classic Paneer Kofta Curry for lunch at home

etimes.in | Last updated on - Mar 10, 2026, 00:12 IST
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Paneer Kofta Curry Recipe

Paneer Kofta Curry is a classic paneer preparation. It requires delicate handling of mashed paneer to make soft and melt-in-the-mouth kofta balls. If you are someone who is trying to attain that perfection, take a look at this simplest recipe and thank us later.

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Ingredients


200 g paneer, 1 medium boiled potato, 2 tbsp cornflour, 1 green chilli, 1 tbsp coriander leaves, ½ tsp garam masala, salt to taste, and oil for frying
For gravy: 2 tbsp oil, 1 large onion, 2 tomatoes, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 2 tbsp fresh cream, salt to taste, 1 tsp kasuri methi, and coriander leaves

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Step 1



Mash paneer and potato in a bowl. Also, add cornflour, chilli, coriander, salt, and garam masala.

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Shape the mixture into small balls and deep fry the balls until golden brown. Remove and keep aside.

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Step 3


For the gravy, heat oil in a pan.

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Step 4



Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Also, add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.

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Step 5



Now, add tomato puree and cook until oil starts separating. Also, add turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.

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Step 6


Cook the masala for 4–5 minutes and add 1.5 cups of water and simmer for a few minutes

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Step 7


Add kofta balls, top it with cream, garam masala, and kasuri methi. Serve hot with a garnish of coriander leaves.

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