Corn Kofta In Spinach Gravy

Koftas are vegetable balls usually found in the Indian Sub-Continent, made with freshly grated or mashed vegetables. The Corn is a healthy way to make Kofta in Spinach gravy. Both are made for each other not only in taste but also in texture. Spinach is iron-rich along with controlling blood sugar level, while Corn provides you with Vitamin B12 and folic acid, this recipe is definitely a healthy option to have on your dining table.

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• Preparation Time  10 - 15 minutes 
• Cooking Time  25 minutes
• Serves  2 
• Course  Main

Ingredients

For Kofta

• Boiled Corn 1/2 cup (crushed )
• Boiled Potatoes  1 cup (2 medium)
• Paneer  2 - 3 tbsp
• Coriander Powder  1/2 tsp
• Cumin Powder 1 tsp
• Garam Masala  1/2 tsp
• Green Chillies 2 chopped
• Fresh Green coriander  
• Cornflour 1/4 cup
• Oil for frying
• Salt to taste

For Gravy

• Spinach/Palak  1  bunch (blanched and pureed)
• Green Chillies to taste
• Ginger  1 inch grated
• Tomatoes 2 medium chopped
• Onion 1 big chopped
• Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp
• Red Chili Powder 1 tsp
• Coriander Powder  1 tsp
• Garam Masala 1/2 tsp
• Bay Leaf
• Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
• Ghee/ Oil
• Salt as required
• Fresh Cream  1 - 2 tbsp

Directions

Kofta

• In a mixing bowl add corns, mashed potatoes, paneer, ginger, green chillies, coriander, cumin powder, garam masala, cornflour, salt and mix everything together.
• Divide the mixture into equal portions and into small balls.
• Now heat sufficient oil in a kadhai/pan and deep fry the balls till golden brown, drain on absorbent paper. keep aside.

Gravy

• Heat 1 tbsp oil/ ghee in a pan/kadhai, add cumin seeds, bay leaves and roast for few seconds.
• Add chopped green chillies onions saute till it turns translucent, now add ginger, tomatoes, salt, turmeric coriander powder and cook till the masala is properly cooked and releases oil.
• Add spinach puree and water (as required) to adjust the consistency, stir and bring it to boil.
• Add cream and mix. Add fried koftas, garam masala and mix well.
• Adjust the seasoning and simmer for another 2 - 3 minutes. Corn Kofta in Spinach Gravy is ready!!

Instant Kitchenette Tip

• Always add kofta to the gravy right before serving.
• Instead of water, you can add milk to the gravy to make it richer in taste.