Amritsari Paneer Tikki Chaat
Amritsari Paneer Tikki Chaat
A twist on the classic Indian street food, Amritsari Paneer Tikki Chaat is a delicious appetizer originating from the city of Amritsar, made with crispy paneer patties, flavorful chutneys, and refreshing garnishes.
š Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Cottage Cheese (Paneer)
- 1/4 cup Gram Flour (Besan)
- 2 tablespoons Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Onion
- 1 tablespoon Finely Chopped Red Chili
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Paste
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Ghee or Oil
- 4 tablespoons Green Chutney
- 4 tablespoons Tamarind Chutney
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Mint
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Step 1: Grate the paneer and mix with gram flour, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, red chili, ginger paste, garlic paste, and lemon juice.
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Step 2: Mix well and divide the mixture into 8 equal portions.
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Step 3: Shape each portion into a round patty.
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Step 4: Heat ghee or oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Step 5: Fry the patties until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Step 6: Drain the patties on paper towels.
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Step 7: To assemble the chaat, place a patty on a serving plate.
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Step 8: Drizzle green chutney and tamarind chutney over the patty.
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Step 9: Garnish with chopped cilantro and mint.
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Step 10: Serve immediately and enjoy!
š” Pro Tips
To prevent the patties from breaking, make sure they are well-coated with the gram flour mixture. Also, don't over-fry the patties, as they can become too crispy. Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch and freshness.