Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Indian Inspired Cauliflower Kofta in Tomato Curry


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Honest Cooking
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft cauliflower kofta, inspired by falafel, swim in a creamy tomato curry. Perfect for a weeknight or a party!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 cups (473 ml) Cauliflower
  • 1 can Chickpeas
  • 1 Small Potato
  • 1 Small Onion
  • 1 tsp Ginger
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp Red Chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 2 ~3 tbsp Chickpea flour
  • Salt
  • 3 tbsp Cilantro
  • 1 cup (237 ml) Tomato Puree
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger
  • 1 Garlic clove
  • 1/4 tsp Curry powder
  • 1/8 tsp turmeric
  • 1/8 tsp Red Chili powder
  • 1 ~2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Steam or microwave the cauliflower until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Lightly mash and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tsp oil in a pan, add onion, ginger, and garlic; cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the mashed cauliflower and mashed potato. Stir in turmeric, red chili powder, ground cumin, coriander, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes. Turn off the heat and cool slightly.
  4. Coarsely grind the chickpeas into a coarse paste. Remove into a mixing bowl and add the cauliflower mixture, chopped cilantro, and adjust the seasoning. Add the chickpea flour (or flour) and mix well. Try to form a ball with the mixture; if it does not come together, add a little more flour.
  5. Take 1 tbsp of mixture and make koftas.
  6. Bake koftas in a preheated 400°F (204°C) oven (spray them with cooking spray) or deep fry them. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  7. Serve warm, covered in the creamy tomato curry.

Creamy Tomato Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tsp oil, add onion, ginger, and garlic, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add the tomato puree, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add curry powder, turmeric, red chili powder, and cook for 3 minutes. Season with salt.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and let the sauce heat through, about 1-2 minutes.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, roast the cauliflower instead of steaming or microwaving it.
  • If you don’t have chickpea flour, you can substitute all-purpose flour or even breadcrumbs.
  • Leftover koftas and curry can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven-Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 50
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 10