Dal Tikki
Masoor Dal Tikki is a healthy and tasty snack made with red lentils, potatoes, and spices. It's a great source of protein and fiber, making it a filling and satisfying option for a mid-day snack or as an appetizer. This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
54 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
9 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Split Masoor Dal (Raw)
0.5 cup (100g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Ginger Paste
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Garlic paste
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Garam Masala
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Dried Mango Powder (Amchur)
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the masoor dal in water and soak it for 2-3 hours or overnight.
Drain the dal, add 1 cup water and pressure cook dal for 2-3 whistles.
Mash it into a coarse paste using a potato masher or the back of a spoon.
Drain the excess water and grind the dal to a coarse paste in a food processor or blender without adding water.
Transfer the dal paste to a bowl and add chopped onion, green chili, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur, and salt. Mix well.
Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into patties or tikkis.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and spray oil on it.
Place the tikkis on the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides.
Serve hot
Community Reviews & Results
Divya Raj Ghosh
"Making this regularly for dinner, and Dal Tikki fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Amit Banerjee
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Sachin Prakash Mishra
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and Dal Tikki has quickly become a household favorite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Will be making this again very soon."
Ganesh Kumari Srivastava
"Prepped this over the weekend, and Dal Tikki fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."