🌾 Millet Tikki (Cutlet) – A Wholesome Snack by Swarna & Raj

Looking for a healthy, tasty, and easy-to-make snack that everyone in the family will love? Try this delicious Millet Tikki (Cutlet) recipe created by Swarna & Raj – a perfect blend of nutrition and flavor. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, a tiffin snack, or a tea-time treat, this millet-based cutlet is a guilt-free indulgence packed with veggies, protein, and fiber.

🥄 Ingredients

• Cooked Millet – 1 cup (any millet of your choice)

• Oil – 1 tsp for sautéing + 1 tbsp for pan-frying

• Onion or Leek – 1 medium-sized, finely chopped

• Carrot – 1 small, finely chopped

• Capsicum/Bell Pepper – 1, finely chopped

• Zucchini – finely chopped

• Green Chilies – 2-3, chopped

• Ginger – 1 tbsp, finely grated

• Chili Powder – 1 tsp (optional)

• Tomato Ketchup – 2 tbsp

• Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp

• Salt – to taste

• Coriander Leaves – a handful, finely chopped

• Cumin Powder – 1 tsp

• Optional Add-ins – Peas, Mint, Cowpeas, Raw Banana, or Mushrooms

👩🍳 Instructions

1. Sauté the Veggies:
   Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan. Add all chopped vegetables, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until golden and fragrant.

2. Seasoning:
   Add salt, turmeric powder, and (if using) chili powder. Mix well to coat the vegetables.

3. Add Millet:
   Stir in the cooked millet and mix thoroughly.

4. Finishing Touches:
   Add chopped coriander leaves and mix again. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

5. Shape the Tikkis:
   Take a small portion of the mixture, shape into a ball, and gently flatten it into a patty.

6. Cooking:

   • Option 1: Air-fry the tikkis for a low-oil version.

   • Option 2: Pan-fry them in 1 tbsp oil until crispy and golden brown on both sides.

7. Serve & Enjoy:
   Serve hot with a chutney or dip of your choice—Tamarind sauce, mint chutney, or a cooling yogurt dip all work beautifully.

💡 Why Millet?

Millets are ancient grains known for being gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in essential nutrients. They help regulate blood sugar, improve digestion, and support overall wellness. This tikki recipe is a great way to include millet in your diet, especially for kids and picky eaters.

Whether you're exploring millet-based diets or simply want to add variety to your meals, this Millet Tikki by Swarna & Raj is sure to become a regular in your kitchen.