Nutty and flavourful Makai Akhrot Badam Ki Tikki, perfect for cosy monsoon evenings.

The onset of monsoons brings relief from the scorching summer heat and creates the perfect excuse to indulge in warm, comforting snacks. These delicious Makai Akhrot Badam Ki Tikkis combine sweet corn, crunchy walnuts, almonds, paneer, and aromatic spices to create a rich and flavourful teatime delicacy. Prepared using Freedom Physically Refined Rice Bran Oil, the tikkis turn beautifully crisp while remaining light and delicious.

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups sweet corn kernels (boiled and ground)
  • 20 almonds (blanched, peeled, and ground)
  • 16 walnut halves (crushed)
  • 1 medium potato (boiled, peeled, and mashed)
  • 100 g paneer (crumbled)
  • 2 tbsp Freedom Physically Refined Rice Bran Oil + extra for shallow frying
  • 1 tsp shahi jeera (caraway seeds)
  • 1 tsp fennel powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • ½ cup processed cheese (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 inch ginger (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped)
  • 24 raisins (chopped)
  • Salt to taste

Method

  1. Heat Freedom Physically Refined Rice Bran Oil in a kadhai and add shahi jeera. Sauté until aromatic.
  2. Add the ground sweet corn, almond paste, and mashed potatoes. Cook until the mixture becomes dry and the moisture evaporates.
  3. Add black pepper, red chilli powder, fennel powder, garam masala, chaat masala, and salt. Mix everything well.
  4. Stir in the crumbled paneer and cook for a few minutes. Remove from heat and add cheese (if using), lemon juice, ginger, and fresh coriander. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
  5. Divide the mixture into equal portions. Stuff each portion with crushed walnuts and chopped raisins, then shape into round tikkis.
  6. Heat a little Freedom Physically Refined Rice Bran Oil on a tawa or frying pan and shallow fry the tikkis on medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
  7. As no binding agents are added, handle the tikkis gently while turning them during frying.
  8. Remove onto kitchen tissue and serve hot with mint chutney or tomato ketchup.

These crispy and wholesome tikkis are ideal for rainy evenings, festive snacks, or family gatherings. The rich combination of makai, walnuts, almonds, and paneer creates a delightful mix of crunch, softness, and comforting flavours in every bite.