Kriti Dhiman's Power Snack: High-Protein Tikkis with a Spicy Chipotle Dip

Masterchef Kriti Dhiman is back with a viral recipe of the high protein Tikkis along with a delicious chipotle dip. This dish is not only easy to make, but also packed with nutrients, making it the right choice for a healthy lunch. It is filled with veggies and high protein, and the taste is absolutely fantastic. Additionally, it is a great option for kids' lunch boxes as well.

Ingredients for High Protein Tikkis:

• 1.5 cups boiled black channa (black chickpeas)
• 1/2 cup boiled sweet potato
• 3/4 cup boiled beetroot
• 1 tbsp ginger-green chilli paste
• 1 tbsp chaat masala
• 1 tsp roasted jeera powder (cumin powder)
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp roasted besan (gram flour) for binding
• 2-3 tbsp oil for cooking

Ingredients for High Protein Chipotle Dip:

• 1 cup paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2-4 red chillies (soaked in hot water, adjust according to your spice preference)
• Salt to taste

Method:

• To cook tikkis, take the boiled black chickpeas, sweet potato and beetroot in a large bowl. Add ginger-green chilli paste, chaat masala, roasted jeera powder and salt. Mash everything well to make a smooth mixture. Add the roasted besan to tie it together. Shape the mixture into small tikkis and cook them in a pan with oil on both sides until golden and sharp.
• While cooking tikkis, prepare the chipotle dip. Combine cheese, curd, red chili, garlic and salt together to mix and creamy.
• When the tikkis are done, serve them hot with the chipotle dip. Garnish with coriander for a flavor kick. You have a healthy, high-protein, and tasty meal in only 15 minutes!

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This recipe is not only quick, but is a great way to get a variety of veggies and proteins in your diet. Have fun with these delicious tikki-like snacks or complete meals!