If you’re searching for a wholesome yet indulgent snack to wow your guests at your next dinner party or family celebration, this Crispy Baked Almond Kofta is the perfect choice. Made with mashed potatoes, crushed almonds, and a blend of aromatic spices, this oven-baked version of kofta is both nutritious and satisfying.
Instead of deep frying, the koftas are baked to a golden crisp, giving you all the crunch without the excess oil. The rich texture of boiled potatoes combines with the nutty crunch of almonds, green onions, and the creamy touch of eggs and milk to create a delicious vegetarian delight. The addition of nutmeg and pepper adds a warming depth of flavor that elevates this dish to something truly special.
These koftas are first mixed and chilled to firm up the shape, then rolled in flour, dipped in beaten egg, and coated in dried breadcrumbs before being baked to perfection in a preheated oven. Served hot, these golden brown koftas are ideal as an appetizer or a tea-time snack.
Whether you’re preparing them for a festive gathering or as a weekend treat, these almond-infused koftas will quickly become a crowd favorite.
🍽️ Ingredients for Baked Almond Kofta:
For the koftas:
- 2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes
- A pinch of nutmeg
- 2 tbsp milk
- ¾ cup crushed almonds
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp refined flour
- 1 egg
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
For coating:
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- Refined flour (for coating)
- Dried breadcrumbs (for coating)
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Preparation Method:
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, crushed almonds, salt, pepper, nutmeg, milk, chopped green onions, refined flour, and one egg.
- Mix well and refrigerate the mixture for around 15 minutes to firm it up.
- After chilling, shape the mixture into equal-sized koftas.
- In three separate plates, keep refined flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs ready.
- Roll each kofta first in flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Preheat your oven to 200°C. Place the coated koftas on a baking tray and bake until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite dip or chutney.
🥗 Total Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium