If you’re looking for a wholesome, delicious Indian cutlet recipe that brings together taste & nutrition! This Sweet potato paneer tikki is all you need. Tikkis or Patties are an all-time go to snack options for kids as well as adults. There are various types and combinations with which these tikkis can be made. Here is a healthy carbohydrate rich, high protein recipe for tikkis that is easy to make and also good for healthy weight gain.
Sweet Potatoes are a healthy food option compared to Potatoes. They have various health benefits as they help to fight inflammation in the body. It provides a dietary source of Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, Dietary Fibre, and Essential fatty acids thereby improving immunity. It is an excellent source of beta- Carotene and Anthocyanins. Paneer known as Indian cheese is an excellent substitute for meat in Indian Dishes. It is a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Magnesium. This makes it a healthy protein recipe that is nutritious & tasty.
Lightly pan-cooked using minimal oil, these tikkis work well as a low oil tikki, a high protein snack, or even a breakfast tikki recipe when paired with mint chutney or yogurt. They also double up as a nutritious weight loss snack or a classic Indian cutlet recipe for lunchboxes and evening cravings.
Why you’ll love this recipe?
- Wholesome, comforting Indian cutlet recipe.
- High protein, balanced, & loaded with vitamins & minerals.
- Gluten free weight loss snack.
Ingredients:
- Sweet Potatoes Boiled & Mashed – 100 Gms
- Paneer Crumbled – 50 Gms
- Carrot Grated – 2 Tbsp
- Corn Boiled & Crushed – 2 Tbsp
- Chopped Onion – 2 Tbsp
- Capsicum Finely Chopped – 2 Tbsp
- Coriander Chopped – 2 Tbsp
- Green Chili Paste – 1 Tbsp
- Ginger Garlic Paste – 1 Tsp
- Jeera Powder – ¼ Tsp
- Turmeric Powder – ½ Tsp
- Dry Mango Powder – ½ Tsp
- Rice Flour – 1 Tbsp
- Oil – To Shallow Fry
- Salt – As per taste
Method:
- In a big bowl take mashed sweet potato, crumbled paneer, and all the chopped & grated vegetables
- To the above mixture, add jeera powder, turmeric powder, dry mango powder, ginger-garlic paste, chilli paste, rice flour and salt. Mix all the ingredients properly until firm soft dough is formed.
- Grease hands with little oil, take a scoop of mixture and shape it in to a tikki
- Heat a non-stick pan and grease it with a little oil and shallow fry the tikkis on medium flame, until golden brown
- Serve hot with Mint Chutney or Yoghurt dip
NOTE: The Patty can be used in Burger instead of Aloo Tikki.
Pro Tips:
- Do not overboil the sweet potato- Overboiled & mushy sweet potato can make the mixture watery, soggy & hard to bind.
- Keep the paneer dry – Lightly squeeze out excess water to prevent crumby tikkis.
- Cook on medium heat – This ensures golden crust from outside & well cooked soft tikkis on the inside.
- Use a non-stick pan – A non-stick pan helps prevent the tikkis from sticking & burning, and minimal oil is being used.
- Flip the tikkis carefully – Carefully cook the tikki & flip them when the crust is golden brown.
FAQs:
- Is this sweet potato paneer tikki recipe healthy?
Yes, this sweet potato paneer tikki is wholesome & balanced recipe with the right amount of carbs, protein, fibre & essential vitamins & minerals; making it a Indian cutlet recipe.
- Is this healthy paneer recipe good for weight loss?
Absolutely! This Indian cutlet recipe is packed with good quality protein, complex carbohydrates & fibre making it the best recipe for weight loss.
- How can I make this breakfast tikki recipe vegan?
To make it vegan simply swap the paneer with tofu for a nutritious vegan tikki recipe.
- Can I bake / air fry this low oil tikki?
Definitely! You can bake it at 180°C for 20–25 minutes or air-fry until golden brown.
- When can I have this sweet potato paneer tikki?
This sweet potato paneer tikki can be had as a quick high protein snack or breakfast or in a meal by combing it with a bowl of fibre
- Is this weight loss snack gluten free?
Yes, this weight loss snack is made with ingredients that are naturally gluten free.
- What can I pair these low oil tikkis with?
You can pair it up with green chutney or yogurt. It can also be used as the patty for a burger.
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