Ingredients:

For the Koftas:

• 200g paneer, crumbled
• 1/2 cup boiled potatoes, mashed
• 2 tablespoons corn flour
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• Oil for deep frying

For the Gravy:

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2-3 green chillies, finely chopped
• 3-4 medium-sized tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup fresh cream
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. To prepare the koftas, mix the crumbled paneer, mashed potatoes, corn flour, salt, red chilli powder and garam masala powder in a bowl until well combined.
2. Divide the mixture into small equal portions and shape them into round balls.
3. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the koftas and fry until they turn golden brown. Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
4. To prepare the gravy, heat the butter in a pan over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the cumin seeds and let them splutter.
5. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
6. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chillies and sauté for a minute.
7. Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and salt. Mix well and cook until the tomatoes become soft and mushy.
8. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool down. Once it cools, blend it into a smooth puree using a blender or food processor.
9. Pour the puree back into the pan and place it over medium heat. Add the fresh cream, garam masala powder and honey. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes.
10. Once the gravy thickens and comes to a boil, add the fried koftas and mix gently. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
11. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

Enjoy your delicious Butter Malai Kofta!