Masoor 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
78 kcal
Protein
5 g
Carbs
13 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Split Masoor Dal (Raw)
1 cup (200g)
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 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
Deepak Gupta
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and I loved how light yet filling this Masoor Dal 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."
Arjun Rustagi
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Nisha Banerjee
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and preparing this Masoor Dal Tikki was completely hassle-free. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Arisha Chandra Joshi
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and Masoor Dal Tikki has quickly become a household favorite. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."