Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of chhana (cottage cheese)
- 1/2 cup of hung curd (strained yogurt)
- 1/4 cup of chopped onions
- 1/4 cup of chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup of bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup of corn flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, add chhana, hung curd, chopped onions, chopped coriander leaves, bread crumbs, corn flour, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste.
2. Mix all the ingredients well and knead the mixture to form a dough-like consistency.
3. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into small tikkis.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, add the tikkis to the pan and fry until they turn golden brown on both sides.
6. Remove the tikkis from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for frying
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of chhana, you can use paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
- Instead of hung curd, you can use regular yogurt.
- Instead of bread crumbs, you can use crushed corn flakes.
Variations:
- You can add grated carrots or boiled potatoes to the mixture for a different flavor.
- You can also add chopped green chilies for a spicier taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the tikkis are evenly shaped to ensure even cooking.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a little water to make it moist.
- You can also add a pinch of garam masala powder for added flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Store the tikkis in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Heat the tikkis in a microwave or oven until they are heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the tikkis on a plate with a side of mint chutney and tamarind chutney.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the tikkis with chopped coriander leaves and grated cheese.
Pairings:
- Serve the tikkis with a side of salad or raita.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or raita.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tikkis are breaking apart while frying, add more bread crumbs or corn flour to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the tikkis to the pan to ensure even cooking.
Food history:
- Dahi Chhana Tikki is a popular Indian snack that originated in the northern region of India.
Flavor profiles:
- The tikkis have a creamy and tangy flavor with a hint of spice.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the tikkis as an appetizer or snack.
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