Best 3 Easy Vegetarian Kofta Curry Recipes
Dive into a culinary journey with our irresistible vegetarian kofta curry, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent vegetable koftas, delicately spiced and shallow-fried to perfection, immersed in a velvety, aromatic curry sauce. The koftas, made with a blend of vegetables, lentils, and aromatic spices, offer a delightful textural contrast to the creamy sauce, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. Accompanying the kofta curry is a collection of tantalizing recipes that elevate the dining experience. Indulge in the tangy delight of tamarind chutney, the refreshing crunch of cucumber raita, and the aromatic allure of basmati rice. Each recipe is carefully crafted to complement the flavors of the kofta curry, offering a harmonious balance of spices, textures, and tastes. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
VEGETARIAN KOFTA CURRY
Kofta curry - a saucy dish of gently spiced meatballs - is often made with meat. But this one, based on my grandfather's, swaps in a mash of beans. Bound with bread crumbs and seasoned with ginger, garlic, green chile and herbs, it's a variation full of flavor and texture. Have it with some flatbread and some sliced cucumber in yogurt, or spooned over a bowl of rice. It's also delicious in a sandwich the next day. Note: To make it with lamb, as in his original version, substitute 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb for the beans. Soak the bread crumbs in 1/2 cup whole milk first, then squeeze out any extra liquid before adding them to the mixing bowl.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories dinner, beans, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Put the garlic, ginger and green chiles in a food processor, and pulse until you have a coarse paste. Put half the paste into a large bowl. Set the rest aside.
- Add the beans, spring onions, fresh herbs, bread crumbs, egg, garam masala, chile powder and salt to the large bowl with the paste. Mix well with a fork, mashing up the beans as you go into small pieces.
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange on the pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil, and bake until lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over medium. Sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic, ginger and chile paste, and sauté until light golden brown, about 10 minutes. If using fresh tomatoes, purée them until smooth in the food processor. Stir the tomato purée or crushed tomatoes, coriander and cumin into the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the kofta to the skillet, and turn the heat to low. If necessary, add enough water for the liquid to come about two-thirds of the way up the sides of the meatballs, then simmer another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kofta are warmed through and the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with a light dust of garam masala and some extra herbs.
EASY VEGETARIAN KOFTA CURRY
My mother-in-law is Indian and let me in on a secret: The vegetable balls from IKEA® make for a great and ridiculously easy vegetarian kofta curry. This is ready in just about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight. Serve with basmati rice.
Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cardamom pods, whole cloves, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Cook until spices start to sputter, about 1 minute. Stir in onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is softened and just starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, coriander, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, cayenne, and salt. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer; add yogurt and stir well. Add frozen vegetable balls. Pour in hot water to thin sauce slightly to desired consistency. Bring mixture back to a simmer and cook, covered, until sauce is thickened and vegetable balls are heated through, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 541.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
VEGGIE KOFTA PITTAS WITH PICK & MIX SIDES
Pack pitta breads with spiced chickpea patties and serve with a carrot and tomato salad for a low fat, low-calorie vegetarian weeknight dinner
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Supper
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Soften the onions and garlic with a few sprays of 1 Cal cooking spray and a splash of water in a non-stick pan. Once really soft, tip into a food processor with the chickpeas, breadcrumbs, egg, spices, lemon zest and juice, and plenty of seasoning. Pulse until fairly smooth, then add 30g of the spinach and pulse until finely chopped. Shape the mixture into 12 sausage-shaped koftas and put on a baking-parchment-lined baking tray. Chill while you heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
- Spray the koftas a few times more with cooking spray, then bake for 20-25 mins until crisp and golden.
- Meanwhile, mix together all the carrot salad ingredients with some seasoning. Put the remaining spinach in a bowl and warm the pittas following pack instructions.
- Serve the koftas with warm pittas, extra spinach, carrot salad, fat-free yogurt and pickled chillies, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 70 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For a gluten-free version, use chickpea flour or almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- To make the koftas even more flavorful, add a teaspoon of garam masala or curry powder to the mixture.
- Serve the kofta curry with steamed rice, quinoa, or naan bread.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This easy vegetarian kofta curry is a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.
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