Paneer Thecha Tikki

Looking for a delicious, high-protein snack? These Paneer Thecha Tikkis are packed with protein from paneer (cottage cheese) and peanuts, combined with a flavorful thecha mixture. They’re crispy, tasty, and easy to make:)

Ingredients: (Makes 6 small tikkis | Serves 2)

• Paneer (grated) – 200 g

• Green chillies – 10 g (2–3 medium, adjust to taste)

• Garlic – 10 g (5–6 cloves)

• Roasted peanuts – 30 g (skin removed)

• Fresh coriander (cilantro) – 20 g

• Salt – 3–4 g (to taste)

• Lemon juice – 5 g (optional)

• Besan (gram flour) – 20 g (about 2 tbsp)

• Ghee (for shallow frying) ~ 10 g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Thecha:

   • Heat 5 g ghee in a pan. Add green chillies and garlic, roast until slightly charred.

   • Cool and grind with peanuts, coriander, and salt. Add lemon juice if desired.

2. Roast the Besan:

   • Roast besan in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes on low heat until it smells nutty. Let it cool.

3. Make the Tikki Mixture:

   • Combine grated paneer, thecha, and roasted besan in a bowl. Mix until it forms a dough-like consistency.

4. Shape the Tikkis:

   • Divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll into balls and flatten into patties.

5. Cook the Tikkis:

   • Heat remaining ghee in a pan. Shallow-fry the tikkis for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

   

   
   

Approximate Macros for the Whole Recipe (6 Tikkis):

• Calories: ~720 kcal

• Protein: ~58 g

• Fat: ~51 g

• Carbohydrates: ~18 g

• Fiber: ~6 g

These tikkis are a great source of protein and healthy fats, making them an ideal snack or appetizer. Serve them with mint chutney or a yogurt dip, and enjoy:)