Beetroot & Chickpea Protein Tikkis — बीट आणि चणा कटलेट

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpeas (Kabuli Chana), soaked overnight
• 1 medium Beetroot, peeled and grated
• 1 medium Potato, boiled and mashed
• 1/2 cup Oats, roasted and powdered
• 1 inch Ginger, grated
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 1 tsp Garam Masala
• Red chili powder to taste
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• Handful of chopped coriander leaves
• Oil for shallow frying

Method

1. Drain the soaked chickpeas, boil until soft, and grind coarsely.
2. In a large bowl, combine chickpea paste, mashed potato, grated beetroot, and oat powder.
3. Add ginger, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, chili powder, salt, lemon juice, and coriander. Mix well.
4. Shape into round, flat tikkis. If too soft, add more oat powder.
5. Shallow fry on a non-stick pan with a little oil until golden brown on both sides.

Health Benefits

• High Protein: Chickpeas supply plenty of plant-based protein.
• Circulation Support: Beetroot aids blood flow and overall stamina.
• Complex Carbs: Oats release energy slowly, maintaining steady glucose levels.

Summary

A colorful, delicious cutlet packed with beetroot and chickpeas, perfect for recovery diets.