Massaman Malai Kofta

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer, crumbled
• 2 medium Boiled potato, mashed
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Massaman curry paste
• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts, crushed
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce (or soy sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Tamarind paste
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 whole Star anise
• 1 cup Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mix the crumbled paneer, mashed potatoes, and cornstarch until a smooth dough forms.

2. 2

   Shape the mixture into small round balls (koftas) and deep-fry or air-fry until they are golden brown and crispy.

3. 3

   In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat a splash of oil and sauté the Massaman curry paste until it becomes fragrant.

4. 4

   Slowly pour in half of the coconut milk, stirring constantly until the oil begins to separate from the paste.

5. 5

   Add the remaining coconut milk, cinnamon stick, star anise, palm sugar, fish sauce, and tamarind paste.

6. 6

   Simmer the sauce on low heat for 10 minutes, then stir in the crushed peanuts to thicken the curry.

7. 7

   Taste the curry and adjust the balance of sweet, salty, and sour to your preference.

8. 8

   Place the fried koftas into a serving bowl and pour the hot Massaman curry over them just before serving to keep them from getting soggy.