Low Sodium Tikki Chaat

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of **Low Sodium Tikki Chaat**, a healthier twist on the beloved Indian street food classic. This recipe features crispy, golden tikkis made from a wholesome combination of mashed potatoes, carrots, green peas, and warming spices like cumin and coriander. A tangy-sweet chutney of low-sodium tamarind paste and date syrup, paired with creamy unsalted yogurt, elevates each bite into a delightful explosion of flavor. Topped with fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes, onions, and optional pops of pomegranate seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or light meal, this low-sodium version keeps all the zesty magic of traditional chaat while prioritizing heart-healthy ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes
• 1 small (grated) Carrot
• 0.5 cup Green peas (frozen)
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 small Green chili (optional, finely chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala (low sodium or homemade)
• 1 cup Fresh yogurt (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Date syrup (or honey as an alternative sweetener)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder (for garnish)
• 1 medium Tomato (finely chopped)
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Pomegranate seeds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Oil (for shallow frying)

Directions

Step 1

Boil the potatoes until soft, peel them, and mash them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Blanch the green peas in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then mash them lightly with a fork.

Step 3

Add the grated carrot, mashed peas, grated ginger, chopped green chili (if using), cumin powder, coriander powder, chaat masala, and breadcrumbs to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly to form a dough-like consistency.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into round, flat patties (tikkis).

Step 5

Dust the tikkis lightly with gram flour to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Shallow fry the tikkis until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste with date syrup (or honey) and a splash of water to make a tangy-sweet chutney.

Step 8

In another bowl, whisk the unsalted yogurt until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

To assemble the chaat, place 2 tikkis on a serving plate. Drizzle with yogurt and tamarind chutney.

Step 10

Top the tikkis with chopped tomato, onion, cilantro, pomegranate seeds, and a pinch of red chili powder for garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Low Sodium Tikki Chaat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1593.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1740.1

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 30.8mg	0%
Sodium 1099.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 300.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 52.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 574.8mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 6047.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.9%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 66.5%