A tasty new snack with mint leaves and masoor dal you must try.

Masoor dal and Mint Tikka

Preparation Time: 10 mins

Cooking Time: 25 mins

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup finely chopped mint leaves

1/4 cup masoor dal

2 tbsp grated low- fat paneer

2 tbsp whole wheat bread crumbs

salt to taste

1 tsp green chilli paste

1 tsp oil for greasing and cooking

For Serving

green chutney

Method

1. Clean, wash and soak the masoor in enough water overnight. Drain it the next day.

2. Combine the masoor with 2 cups of water and pressure cook for 2 whistles or till the masoor is soft and slightly overcooked, but not mashed.

3. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.

4. Drain the masoor and discard any excess water.

5. Combine the cooked masoor with all the remaining ingredients in a deep bowl and mix well.

6. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a 2" diameter round and flatten them in between your palms.

7. Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook each tikki over a slow flame, using 1tsp of oil till it turns golden brown in colour from both the sides.

8. Serve hot with green chutney.