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The monsoon season ushers in cooler temperatures and a cosy atmosphere, heightening the craving for warm, comforting foods. As the rains pour down, people naturally seek out delicious and satisfying meal options to enjoy during this time.
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No need to crave any longer—these delectable vegetarian koftas bring comfort and satisfaction right to your plate. From nutritious beetroot kofta to indulgent malai kofta, each variety offers unique flavours and ingredients, making them perfect for rainy days. These koftas are delicious, hearty, and ideal for a satisfying meal.
Lauki Kofta
Lauki kofta is a popular North Indian dish made with bottle gourd (lauki) and gram flour (besan). During its culinary, the koftas are made by mixing grated bottle gourd with flavourful spices and gram flour, then deep-fried until golden brown. These crispy koftas are then simmered in a rich and flavourful tomato-based gravy. This results in a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed with rice or roti, which makes it ideal for a comforting monsoon dinner.
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Kabuli Channa Kofta
Kabuli channa, or chickpeas, are a staple in many Indian kitchens, known for their high protein content. To achieve this delightful dish, start by combining chickpeas with spices, green chillies, onion, coriander, and garlic; then form the mixture prepared into koftas and cook until golden. Combine yoghurt, onions, tomatoes, and sautéed spices to form a flavourful sauce. Blend till smooth, pour over koftas, add cream and coriander for garnish, and serve hot. These are not only delicious but also nutrient-packed koftas, making them an ideal choice for the monsoon season.
Kanchkolar Kofta
Kanchkolar Kofta is a traditional Bengali dish made with raw banana (kanchkola) dumplings and cooked in a rich and flavourful curry. The dumplings are made by mashing boiled raw bananas and mixing them with spices and herbs. The curry is made with a tomato-onion base and seasoned with aromatic spices. Kanchkolar Kofta is typically served with steamed rice or roti and is perfect for those looking to try something different this monsoon.
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Paneer Kofta
Paneer is a versatile ingredient that is used in the preparation of various dishes. For vegetarians, paneer kofta is a popular option because of its rich, creamy texture. To make paneer kofta, form cottage cheese into balls, coat in flour, salt, and cardamom, and deep-fry until crisp. Pressure cook the tomatoes, cashews, seeds, and spices; combine, then sieve. After heating the sauce that includes honey, cream, and garam masala, add the koftas and serve. This dish tastes best with roti, making it a luxurious dish that is perfect for special occasions or a comforting meal on a rainy day.
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Beetroot Kofta
Beetroot gives these koftas a beautiful bright colour and natural sweetness. Grated beetroot is first mixed with mashed potatoes and other aromatic spices, then the mixture is shaped into balls and deep-fried. They are cooked in spiced tomato gravy and taste great with hot rotis and lachha parathas. Beetroot koftas provide an opportunity to incorporate more vegetables into your diet during the monsoon while enjoying a tasty and colourful dish.
Malai Kofta
Malai Kofta is a creamy, rich tomato gravy with cottage cheese dumplings. This recipe is cooked in a delicious and creamy gravy and is very famous in Punjabi cuisine. Each bite of malai kofta is heavenly salty, savoury, peppery, rich, creamy, and crunchy, and pairs best with garlic naan, making it a hearty and flavourful meal for monsoon season.
