This Palak & Makhana Tikki is a perfect Navratri special snack! Packed with iron-rich spinach, protein from paneer, and the crunch of makhana, this healthy tikki keeps you full and energized during fasting. It’s gluten-free, made with Rajgira flour, and needs just a little oil to cook, making it a nutritious and light meal option.

Ingredients:
1. Palak (Spinach) – 250g (Rich in iron and vitamins)
2. Paneer – 200g (Great source of protein)
3. Makhana (Fox Nuts) – 1 cup (Loaded with antioxidants and fiber)
4. Ginger – 1-2 inch (Aids digestion)
5. Sendha Namak – To taste (Fasting-friendly salt)
6. Red Pepper – 1 tsp (Adds a mild spice)
7. ⁠Green Chilli – 1 finely chopped
8. Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp (Boosts digestion)
9. Potato – 2 medium (Boiled, for binding)
10. Rajgira (Amaranth) Flour – 4 tbsp (Gluten-free and nutritious)

Method:
1. Blanch the spinach in hot water, then squeeze out all the excess water.
2. Soak makhana in water for 4-5 minutes, then squeeze out the water.
3. In a blender, add blanched spinach, paneer, ginger, and soaked makhana—blend into a smooth paste.
4. In a large bowl, mash the boiled potatoes well.
5. Add the spinach-paneer paste, sendha namak, green chilli, red pepper, cumin seeds, and Rajgira flour—mix well.
6. Shape the mixture into small tikki (cutlets).
7. Heat a tawa with a little oil and cook the tikkis until golden brown on both sides.
8. Serve hot with vrat-friendly chutney and enjoy this healthy fasting snack!