This delicious Malai Kofta recipe is the perfect healthy meal for toddlers! Easy to make and full of flavour, make this traditional Indian dish a regular in your toddler’s diet. With tasty veggie-filled koftas and a creamy sauce, this nutritious dish is sure to delight! Australia’s leading toddler recipe blog has made this simple recipe easy to follow, helping you bring the tastes of India onto your toddler’s plate.

General Information

Ingredients

• 2 cups of boiled potatoes, mashed
• 2 carrots, grated
• ½ cup of frozen or canned peas, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons of fresh coriander, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
• ½ teaspoon of garam masala
• ¼ teaspoon of chili powder
• 2 tablespoons of whole-wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons of unrefined coconut oil, melted
• 6 ounces of firm tofu, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons of water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375-degrees F (190 C).

2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, grated carrots, peas, coriander, mint, cumin powder, garam masala, chili powder, whole-wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil, and the crumbled tofu.

3. Mash and mix everything together until a dough forms.

4. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

5. Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough and form small balls.

6. Place the koftas on the baking tray and brush with the remaining tablespoon of melted coconut oil.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden.

8. Remove and serve with your favorite side dishes.

Recommended Sides

• Basmati rice
• Naan bread
• Chutney