Step 1

firstly, in a large mixing bowl take 3 potato and ¾ cup paneer.

Step 2

also add 1 chilli, 2 tbsp coriander, ¼ tsp cumin powder and ½ tsp salt.

Step 3

add 2 tbsp raisins and 2 tbsp cashew to have crunchy bite in kofta.

Step 4

mix well making sure all the spices are well combined

Step 5

now add 2 tbsp maida and mix well forming a soft dough. maida helps to absorb moisture and bind the mixture well.

Step 6

prepare a small ball sized kofta by greasing hand with oil.

Step 7

deep fry on medium hot oil.

Step 8

stir occasionally, making sure the koftas are cooked uniformly.

Step 9

fry until the kofta turn golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

drain off the koftas and keep aside.

Step 11

firstly, in a pan heat 2 tbsp oil and saute 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste.

Step 12

saute until onions changes colour slightly.

Step 13

further add 2 tomato and saute slightly.

Step 14

now add 2 tbsp cashew and continue to saute until tomatoes soften completely.

Step 15

cool completely and transfer to a blender.

Step 16

blend to smooth paste adding water if required.

Step 17

now filter the mixture to get rid of skin and seeds.

Step 18

filter until silky smooth onion-tomato puree is attained. keep aside.

Step 19

in a large kadai heat 1 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp oil.

Step 20

saute 1 tsp cumin, 2 pod cardamom, 1 bay leaf, 1 inch cinnamon, 2 clove until it turns aromatic.

Step 21

further keeping the flame on low, add 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric, ¾ tsp coriander powder and ¼ tsp cumin powder.

Step 22

saute until the spices turn aromatic.

Step 23

further add in the prepared onion tomato puree, 1 tsp salt and mix well.

Step 24

cover and cook until the mixture starts to thicken and oil separates from sides.

Step 25

now add ¼ cup cream and mix on low flame until it's well combined.

Step 26

further, add ½ cup water and mix well adjusting consistency as required.

Step 27

get the curry to a boil, add 1 tsp kasuri methi and ¼ tsp garam masala. mix well.

Step 28

finally, pour the curry over kofta and malai kofta is ready to enjoy.