Paneer Balls in Spicy Curry

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Ingredients:
300 gms Crumbled Paneer
100 gms Potatoes, boiled and mashed
50 gms Breadcrumbs
1/2 tbsp Garam masala powder
1 tbsp Poppy seeds
1/2 tbsp Cumin seeds
Salt to taste
3 tbsp Oil for gravy
Oil for deep frying

Grind to paste:
300 gms Tomatoes
1 pod Garlic
1 inch piece Ginger
2 tsp Chilli powder
1/2 tbsp Turmeric powder

For garnishing:
100 gms Grated coconut
2 tbsp Coriander leaves

Method:
1. Mix paneer and mashed potatoes, divide the mixture and shape into small balls.
2. Roll in bread crumbs and deep fry in hot oil. Remove and keep aside.
3. Heat 3 tbsp oil and season with cumin seeds and poppy seeds.
4. Add tomato-ginger-garlic paste and fry till the oil floats on top. Add the rest of the masalas and fry for 5 minutes.
5. Add a little water and make a thick gravy. Add the fried koftas, salt and simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Sprinkle garam masala powder. Garnish with coriander leaves and grated coconut. Serve hot.