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A majestic Mughlai dish where succulent mutton meatballs, each hiding a surprise hard-boiled egg, are nestled in fragrant, long-grain basmati rice. This one-pot meal is a true showstopper for special occasions.
For 4 servings
Preparation
Make the Kofta Mixture
Form and Fry the Nargisi Koftas
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A majestic Mughlai dish where succulent mutton meatballs, each hiding a surprise hard-boiled egg, are nestled in fragrant, long-grain basmati rice. This one-pot meal is a true showstopper for special occasions.
This mughlai recipe takes 95 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 1127.69 calories per serving with 50.92g of protein, it's a advanced recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prepare the Pulao Base
Cook the Pulao
Assemble and Cook on 'Dum'
Replace mutton mince with chicken mince to make Murgh Nargisi Kofta Pulao. Adjust frying time as chicken cooks faster.
Create a vegetarian version by making koftas from a mixture of mashed potatoes, crumbled paneer, and spices, encasing a small boiled potato or a ball of paneer.
Add a handful of fried cashews or almonds along with the fried onions for extra richness and texture.
The combination of mutton and eggs provides a high-quality protein boost, essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
Basmati rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which break down slowly to provide a steady release of energy, keeping you full and energized for longer.
Mutton mince is a significant source of heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body, and B-vitamins like B12, crucial for nerve function and red blood cell formation.
One serving of Nargisi Kofta Pulao contains approximately 850-950 calories, primarily from the mutton, rice, and oil used for frying. It is a rich, festive dish best enjoyed on special occasions.
While delicious, this is a calorie-dense and rich dish. It is high in protein from mutton and eggs but also high in fats and carbohydrates. It's considered an indulgent meal rather than a daily healthy option.
Koftas usually break if the mince mixture is too wet or not bound properly. Ensure your mince is well-drained, use the raw egg and roasted besan as binders, and make sure the koftas are sealed smoothly with no cracks before frying.
Yes, absolutely. You can substitute mutton with chicken mince. The process remains the same, but the frying time for the koftas might be slightly shorter, around 6-8 minutes.
Yes, you can form and fry the koftas a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Add them to the pulao as per the instructions. You might need to warm them slightly before adding.
Nargisi Kofta Pulao is a complete meal in itself. It pairs wonderfully with a simple side of cooling cucumber raita, mint raita, or a fresh kachumber salad to balance the richness.