Kala Chana Tikki
Kala Chana Tikki is a healthy and delicious Indian snack made with black chickpeas, spices, and herbs. This recipe is oil-free, making it a great option for those who are watching their fat intake. It is also gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. Kala Chana is rich in fiber, protein, and other essential nutrients, making it an excellent addition to a balanced diet.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
76 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
12 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
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)
Black Chickpeas (Raw)
0.5 cup (100g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the kala chana (black chickpeas) in water and soak it for 2-3 hours or overnight.
Drain the excess water and grind the chana to a coarse paste in a food processor or blender without adding water.
Transfer the 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
Ganesh Nair
"Tried making this last night, and I loved how light yet filling this Kala Chana Tikki turned out to be. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Rajesh Reddy
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Ruchi Sen
"Making this regularly for dinner, and Kala Chana Tikki has quickly become a household favorite. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will be making this again very soon."
Aarav Nath Kumar
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and it matched my strict calorie targets effortlessly. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"