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Karela Tikkis Diabetic Snack
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Karela Tikkis - Bitter Gourd Cutlets

Karela Tikkis Diabetic Friendly Snack – Bitter Gourd Cutlets prove that bitter gourd can be transformed into a delicious, crispy, and flavour-packed Indian snack. With aromatic spices, fresh coriander, and a golden crust, these homemade cutlets offer a creative way to enjoy karela beyond traditional curries and stir-fries.
Try shallow-frying, baking, or air-frying them to suit your cooking style, and experiment with potato-free variations or different herbs to find your favourite version. Serve them hot with mint chutney, enjoy them as an appetiser, or add them to a wholesome snack platter.
Remember that while karela is a nutritious vegetable, the finished snack's suitability for diabetes-conscious eating depends on its ingredients and portion size.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Snack/Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4
Calories: 128kcal
Author: Shil

Ingredients

  • ½ cup bitter gourd grated
  • ¾ cup carrot grated
  • ¾ cup green peas boiled
  • ½ cup paneer crumbled
  • 2 tbsp. coriander leaves
  • ½ - ¾ cup bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp green chilli paste
  • ½ tsp dry mango powder
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp oil

Instructions

  • To make these bitter gourd tikkis, wash the karelas and chop the ends.
  • Cut them in half longitudinally and remove the seeds.
  • Grate the bitter gourd.
  • Place the grated bitter gourd in a colander and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let the bitter gourd sit for 10 minutes. Then using your hands, squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • Transfer the bitter gourd to a large bowl. Add the grated carrot and paneer, green peas, salt, pepper, amchur powder, chilli paste, coriander leaves.
  • Mix well till nicely combined.
  • Add the bread crumbs and combine well.
  • Make small golf-sized balls and lightly flatten with your palms. Keep aside.
  • Place a non-stick pan over medium heat and add oil.
  • Once the oil heats up, arrange the tikkis on the pan.
  • Cook the tikkis for 5 minutes then flip them over. Drizzle a little oil on the tikkis. Continue cooking the tikkis for a further 5 additional minutes until they’re golden brown and crispy.
  • Transfer the tikkis to serving plate.
  • Serve these Healthy Bitter Gourd Cutlets with pudina chutney or ketchup.