Delicious Sweet Potato Tikkis Recipe for a Healthy Snack
A Tasty Twist on Evening Snacks
Enhancing your evening tea with something spicy and flavorful can truly elevate your day. While potato tikkis are a popular choice, sweet potato tikkis offer a nutritious and unique alternative.
These tikkis not only boast a delightful taste but are also packed with vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants, making them a healthy option. Ideal for fasting or as a snack, sweet potato tikkis are versatile for any occasion. Let’s dive into the simple recipe.
Ingredients Needed
Ingredients
Sweet potatoes - 500 grams (boiled and peeled)
Peanuts - 1/4 cup (roasted and crushed)
Green chilies - 2-3 (finely chopped)
Ginger - 1-inch piece (grated)
Coriander leaves - 1/2 cup (finely chopped)
Water chestnut flour or buckwheat flour - 3-4 tablespoons (for binding)
Rock salt or common salt - to taste
Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
Amchur powder or lemon juice - 1 teaspoon
Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Oil or ghee - for shallow frying
Preparation Steps
Method of Preparation
Begin by thoroughly washing the sweet potatoes and boiling them in a pressure cooker. Ensure they are not overcooked to avoid a sticky texture. Once cooled, peel and mash them in a large bowl.
Add the chopped green chilies, grated ginger, coriander leaves, cumin powder, amchur powder, red chili powder, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Incorporate the crushed peanuts for added crunch.
Next, mix in the water chestnut flour or buckwheat flour to help bind the mixture. Lightly oil your hands and shape the mixture into medium-sized balls, forming them into your preferred round or flat shapes.
Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil or ghee in a non-stick pan or tawa. Once the oil is moderately hot, carefully place the tikkis in the pan. Fry them on medium heat until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy. Flip them over to cook the other side thoroughly. Your sweet potato tikkis are now ready!
Tips for Perfect Tikkis
Special Tips for Perfect Tikkis
Cool and Mash - Ensure the boiled sweet potatoes are completely cooled before mashing to avoid a soggy mixture.
Binding - If not preparing for fasting, rice flour or cornflour can be used instead of water chestnut flour for extra crispiness.
Use Less Oil - Sweet potato tikkis absorb minimal oil, allowing for a healthier preparation with less ghee.
Serving Suggestions
How to Serve?
Serve these hot tikkis with spicy mint chutney, sweet and tangy tamarind chutney, or fresh yogurt. For a chaat-style dish, top them with yogurt, pomegranate seeds, and finely chopped coriander. If you're looking for something new, these crispy sweet potato tikkis are easy to make at home.