Healthy Paneer Broccoli Tikkis

January 24, 2022

This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious, and simple ingredients.

Ingredients:

50g paneer (cottage cheese), crumbled
1/4 cup broccoli, finely chopped
1 tbsp oats flour (or ground oats)
1/4 tsp cumin powder
1/4 tsp garam masala
1 green chili, finely chopped
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
Salt to taste
1/2 tsp oil (for cooking)
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Directions:

Steam the broccoli until tender and finely chop it.
Mix the crumbled paneer, steamed broccoli, oats flour, cumin powder, garam masala, green chili, turmeric powder, ginger-garlic paste, and salt in a bowl.
Shape the mixture into small, round tikkis (patties).
Heat a non-stick pan with 1/2 tsp oil.
Cook the tikkis on both sides until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with chutney or yogurt dip.

Health benefits of the ingredients:

Paneer (Cottage Cheese): Rich in protein and calcium, supports muscle growth and bone health.
Broccoli: High in fiber, vitamins C and K, and antioxidants, boosts immunity and promotes digestion.
Oats Flour: Contains soluble fiber (beta-glucan), helping lower cholesterol and stabilises blood sugar.
Spices (Cumin, Garam Masala, Green Chili, Turmeric): These spices improve digestion, reduce inflammation, provide antioxidant benefits, and boost metabolism.
Ginger-Garlic Paste: Supports digestion and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits.