Chef Kunal Reveals His Veggie Kofta Recipe! VEGETABLE KOFTA | मुंह में घुल जाये वैसे सब्ज़ी के कोफ्ते

Chef Kunal Kapur Healthy & Diet 40 Mins 4 Servings 1.8M views Apr 28, 2023

Hey there! Welcome to my channel where I share some of my favorite recipes with you. Today, I am going to show you how to make delicious Mix Vegetable Kofta, a perfect vegetarian dish that is packed with flavor and nutrition. These vegetable koftas are made with a combination of grated vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and cabbage, mixed with gram flour and spices. They are then fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while soft and tender on the inside. To make this dish even more delicious, I am going to show you how to make a creamy and flavorful tomato-based gravy that pairs perfectly with the koftas. This dish is perfect for those who are looking for a healthy and tasty vegetarian meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

For Curry

Oil (तेल) - 3 tbsp
Butter (मक्खन) - 3 tbsp
Bayleaf (तेज पत्ता) - 1 no
Cinnamon, 1” piece (दालचीनी) - 1 no
Cloves (लौंग) - 4-5 nos
Black cardamom (काली ईलाइची) - 1 no
Cardamom (हरि ईलाइची) - 4-5 nos
Onions, diced (प्याज़) - 3 cups
Ginger (अदरक) - a small piece
Garlic cloves (लहसुन) - 12 nos
Green chilli (हरि मिर्च) - 2 nos
Cashew nut (काजू) - 15 nos
Turmeric (हल्दी) - 1 tsp
Kashmiri chilli powder (कश्मीरी चिल्ली पाउडर) - 1 tbsp
Cumin powder (जीरा पाउडर) - 1 tbsp
Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) - 2½ tbsp
Salt (नमक) - to taste
Tomato, diced (टमाटर) - 4½ cups
Water (पानी) - 3 cups

For Kofta Mixture

Cabbage chopped (पत्ता गोभी) - ½ cup
Carrot grated (गाजर) - ½ cup
Beans, chopped (बींस) - ½ cup
Capsicum, chopped (शिमला मिर्च) - ½ cup
Ginger chopped (अदरक) - 2 tsp
Green chilli chopped (हरि मिर्च) - 2 nos
Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) - handful
Potato, boiled & mashed (उबला आलू) - 1½ cups
Kasoori methi (कसूरी मेथी) - 1 tsp
Cumin (जीरा) - 1 tsp
Chilli powder (लाल मिर्ची) - 2 tsp
Garam masala (गरम मसाला) - 1 tsp
Chaat masala (चाट मसाला) - 2 tsp
Salt (नमक) - to taste
Bhuna besan (भुना बेसन) - 3 tbsp
Bread crumbs, fresh (ताज़ा ब्रेड क्रम्ब्स) - ½ cup
Oil (तेल) - to fry

For Tempering

Butter (मक्खन) - 2 tbsp
Ginger chopped (अदरक) - 2 tsp
Green chilli chopped (हरि मिर्च) - 2 nos
Salt (नमक) - to taste
Kasoori methi powder (कसूरी मेथी पाउडर) - a pinch
Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) - handful
Garam masala (गरम मसाला) - a pinch
Cream (क्रीम) - 3 tbsp

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1
Ingredient Preparation: Wash, prep, and accurately measure all fresh ingredients, aromatics, and spice blends as listed in the ingredients section.
2
Sautéing & Blooming Spices: Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame. Add whole spices and aromatics (ginger, garlic, green chillies) to bloom their essential oils until fragrant.
3
Building the Flavor Base: Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent or golden brown. Stir in tomatoes and ground spices (turmeric, coriander, chilli powder), cooking on medium-low heat until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
4
Simmering to Perfection: Incorporate the primary ingredients (vegetables, paneer, lentils, or proteins) and simmer gently with warm water or broth until tender and deeply infused with flavor.
5
Finishing & Garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt, sprinkle freshly crushed roasted kasoori methi and garam masala, and garnish generously with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve piping hot with roti, paratha, or fragrant basmati rice.

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

To make rich dressings without oil, emulsify soaked peanuts or cashews with hung curd (Greek yogurt) and a pinch of roasted cumin. Dress leafy vegetables only just before serving to retain maximum crispness and vitality.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Chef Kunal Reveals His Veggie Kofta Recipe! VEGETABLE KOFTA?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.