Podi coated Rice Cutlets Recipe - Melange of flavours!

Rice cutlets are a delightful and versatile snack that will leave your taste buds craving for more! These golden-brown beauties are made by combining cooked rice with a medley of vegetables, spices, and a touch of creativity.

To make rice cutlets, start by mixing cooked rice with mashed potatoes, finely chopped onions, bell peppers, and a burst of flavor from ginger-garlic paste. Add a dash of red chili powder, garam masala powder, cumin powder, and chaat masala to elevate the taste. Don't forget to sprinkle in some fresh coriander leaves for that extra burst of freshness.

Once the mixture is well-combined, shape it into round cutlets and coat them with bread crumbs. This coating gives the cutlets a crispy and crunchy texture when they are shallow-fried to perfection. Just like these delicious and healthy Beetroot Tikkis.

The result? A plateful of rice cutlets that are irresistibly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. With each bite, you'll experience a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your snack cravings.

Serve these rice cutlets hot with your favorite dipping sauce or chutney. They make for a great appetizer, tea-time snack, or even a side dish for your meals. Whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself, rice cutlets are sure to impress with their deliciousness and versatility.

There are several variations of rice cutlets that you can try, Megha! Here are a few ideas:

1. Cheese Rice Cutlets: Add some grated cheese to the rice mixture before shaping them into cutlets. The melted cheese will make them extra gooey and delicious.

2. Vegetable Rice Cutlets: You can experiment with different vegetables like peas, corn, or spinach. Just finely chop or mash them and mix them into the rice mixture before shaping and frying.

3. Paneer Rice Cutlets: Crumble some paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and mix it with the rice mixture. It adds a creamy texture and a hint of richness to the cutlets.

4. Spicy Rice Cutlets: If you like it hot, you can increase the amount of red chili powder or add some chopped green chilies to the rice mixture. Adjust the spice level according to your taste.

Here's a recipe for Podi coated Rice Cutlets:

Ingredients:

- 2 cups cooked rice

- 1/2 cup boiled and mashed potatoes

- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions

- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers

- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves and curry leaves

- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder

- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder

- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala

- Salt to taste

- 1 teaspoon Podi Masala

- Bread crumbs for coating

- Oil for shallow frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, mashed potatoes, chopped onions, bell peppers, coriander leaves, curry leaves, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, garam masala powder, cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt. Mix well to form a dough-like consistency.

2. Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round cutlet. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

3. Roll each cutlet in bread crumbs to coat it evenly.

4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Shallow fry the cutlets until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

5. Generously sprinkle Podi Masala.

6. Serve the rice cutlets hot with ketchup or chutney of your choice.

These rice cutlets make for a delicious and crispy snack. Enjoy them with your favorite dip or as a side dish! 🍚🍽️