Spinach Aloo Tikki
- Potatoes: 2 medium-sized, boiled and mashed
- Carrots: ½ peeled and grated
- Spinach leaves: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Chaat masala: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Rice Flour: 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons for shallow frying
Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm
*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, grated carrot, chopped spinach leaves, chaat masala, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth dough.
- Divide the potato mixture into equal portions and shape them into small tikkis or patties.
- Coat the tikkis with rice flour.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Place the potato tikkis on the skillet and shallow fry until they turn golden brown and crisp on both sides.
- Remove the tikkis from the skillet and drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Serve hot with mint chutney.
- Potatoes are low in FODMAPs and easy to digest, suitable for individuals with IBD.
- Gluten-free and lactose-free when made with suitable ingredients.
- Provides a satisfying and flavorful snack or side dish without exacerbating symptoms.
Nutritional Value per serving
Calories (kcal) |
Carbohydrates (g) |
Proteins (g) |
Fats (g) |
---|---|---|---|
504 |
64 |
6 |
28 |
Disclaimer: The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.
*Images used are for representation purpose only.
Reference:
- Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
- T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
- Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 18th March 2024. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
- American College of Gastroenterology. Low-FODMAP Diet Overview (March 2021). Available at https://gi.org/topics/low-fodmap-diet/.