πŸ«œπŸ§† Beetroot Paneer Tikki

Soft inside, crisp outside β€” a colorful Indian snack

Spice Level: 🌢️🌢️
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Serves: 3–4
Calories (approx): 220 kcal

πŸ”₯ Fusion Embers

🌿 Introduction

Beetroot paneer tikki balances earthiness and richness β€”
beetroot brings sweetness and color,
paneer adds softness and comfort.

Lightly spiced and pan-fried, these tikkis are equally suited
for tea-time or festive platters.

β€œContrast is where comfort meets excitement.”

Beetroot Paneer Tikki

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πŸ“ Ingredients

Main Ingredient

  • 1 cup grated beetroot (squeezed dry)

  • Β½ cup crumbled paneer

    For tips on handling beetroot without excess moisture, refer to our *beetroot kitchen guide.

Binders & Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs or roasted gram flour

  • 1 green chili, finely chopped

  • Β½ tsp cumin powder

  • Β½ tsp garam masala

  • Salt to taste

For Cooking

  • Oil for shallow frying

🍽️ Instructions

  • Prepare Mixture – Combine beetroot, paneer, breadcrumbs, spices, and salt in a bowl. Mix well into a firm mixture.

  • Shape Tikkis – Divide into equal portions and shape into small flat patties.

  • Cook – Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry tikkis on medium heat until golden and crisp on both sides.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Serve hot with green chutney, mint yogurt dip, or tomato ketchup

Ideal as a tea-time snack or party appetizer

Can be used as a filling for wraps, burgers, or sandwiches

Serve alongside a fresh salad for a light meal

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

There’s something joyful about turning vegetables into snacks β€”

it feels playful, generous, and quietly clever.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

πŸ“šCook's Wisdom:

  • Squeeze beetroot well to avoid soggy tikkis

  • Breadcrumbs can be replaced with oats or rava

  • For baking: brush lightly with oil and bake at 180Β°C for 20 minutes

  • Paneer adds softness β€” don’t skip it

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 220

  • Protein 9g

  • Carbs 18g

  • Fat 12g

  • Fiber 3g

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

Beetroot paneer tikki proves that snacks can be both playful and nourishing.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

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Hi, I’m Maya Shetty β€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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