Spiced Cauliflower Tikki with Coriander Chutney

A flavorful and crispy Indian-inspired tikki made with cauliflower, carrots, and spices, served with a refreshing coriander chutney. This vegan recipe is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making it a delightful appetizer or snack.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 large carrots
• 1 medium red onion
• 2 chopped green chilies
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1/4 cup mint leaves
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp ginger

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Grate the cauliflower, carrots, and red onion. Squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.

2. 2

   Step 2: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and coriander seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the grated cauliflower mixture, garam masala, turmeric, salt, and green chilies. Mix well.

4. 4

   Step 4: Reduce heat to low and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is dry and slightly browned.

5. 5

   Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into patties about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

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   Step 6: Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.

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   Step 7: Meanwhile, prepare the coriander chutney by blending together mint leaves, cilantro, lemon juice, ginger, and green chilies.

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   Step 8: Adjust seasoning in the chutney as needed and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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   Step 9: To assemble, place a cooked tikki on a plate, top with a dollop of coriander chutney, and serve immediately.

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    Step 10: Garnish with additional cilantro leaves and serve alongside your favorite chutneys or raitas.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid the patties from breaking, make sure to squeeze out excess water from the cauliflower mixture. For a crisper tikki, you can coat them with breadcrumbs or panko before cooking.

📊 Nutrition per Serving