Tasty Chicken Kofta Recipe



Chicken kofta is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from the Middle East and South Asia. Here's a tasteful chicken kofta recipe for you to enjoy:


Ingredients:


For the koftas:


500g ground chicken

1 small onion, finely grated

3-4 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for grilling/baking)

For the sauce:


1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

3-4 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

(400g) diced tomatoes 

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup heavy cream or plain yogurt (for a lighter option)

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)

Salt to taste

Fresh cilantro (coriander) for garnish


Instructions:


In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the koftas: ground chicken, grated onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.


Shape the mixture into small, oval-shaped balls, about the size of a walnut, and place them on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You can wet your hands with a little water to prevent sticking while shaping the koftas.


Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add the koftas in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook them on all sides until browned and cooked through. Remove the cooked koftas and set them aside.


In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil if needed. Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute or until fragrant.


Stir in the diced tomatoes,water, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the tomatoes break down and the flavors meld together.


Lower the heat and add the heavy cream (or plain yogurt) to the sauce, stirring gently to incorporate. Be careful not to let it boil after adding the cream or yogurt to prevent curdling.


Add the cooked chicken koftas to the sauce, making sure they are coated evenly. Let them simmer for a few more minutes in the sauce to absorb the flavors.


Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more  water to achieve your desired consistency.


Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.


Serve the chicken kofta with roti, or naan bread and enjoy this delicious and flavorful dish!

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