Healthy Red Amaranth (Cheera) Cutlet Recipe

Healthy Red Amaranth (Cheera) Cutlet Recipe

If you're looking for a tasty way to include more leafy vegetables in your family's meals, these Healthy Red Amaranth (Cheera) Cutlets are a great option. They are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with nutrients like iron, fiber, and vitamins. Even picky eaters and kids who usually avoid leafy greens will enjoy these delicious cutlets.

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Ingredients

• 50 grams fresh red amaranth (cheera) leaves

• 50 grams boiled and mashed potatoes

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• ½ teaspoon finely chopped green chilli (optional)

• ¼ teaspoon minced ginger

• 1½ tablespoons oil

• Salt to taste

• ¼ teaspoon red chilli powde

• ½ teaspoon coriander powder                                              

• ½ teaspoon garam masala (optional)

• ½ teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur) (optional)

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For Coating

• 1 beaten egg with a pinch of salt

OR

• 2 tablespoons cornflour + 1 tablespoon maida mixed with a little water and a pinch of salt (for a vegetarian coating)

• Fresh bread crumbs made from 2 slices of bread

• Oil for shallow frying, deep frying, or air frying

Step 1: Prepare the Amaranth Leaves

Wash the amaranth leaves well two or three times to remove any dirt. Remove the thick stems and finely chop the leaves.

Steam the chopped leaves until they are soft, or pressure cook them for one whistle with a little water.

If you prefer, you can blend the cooked leaves into a thick paste without adding water.

Step 2: Prepare the Cutlet Mixture

Heat 1½ tablespoons of oil in a pan

Add the chopped onion, ginger, and green chilli. Cook until the onions become soft and light golden.

Now add the cooked amaranth leaves and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Switch off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Add the boiled mashed potatoes, salt, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and dry mango powder. Mix everything well until you get a smooth mixture.

Step 3: Shape the Cutlets

Divide the mixture into 4 to 5 equal portions.

Shape each portion into round or oval cutlets using your hands.

Step 4: Coat the Cutlets

Dip each cutlet into the beaten egg.

If you're making a vegetarian version, dip the cutlets into the cornflour and maida batter instead.

Finally, coat each cutlet evenly with fresh bread crumbs.

Step 5: Cook the Cutlets

Heat oil in a pan.

You can deep fry the cutlets until they are golden brown and crispy.

For a healthier option, shallow fry them using a little oil or cook them in an air fryer until crisp.

Serve hot with tomato ketchup, mint chutney, or your favourite dip.

Tips

• You can skip the green chilli if you're making these for young children.

• Make sure the cooked leaves are not watery, otherwise the mixture may become too soft.

• Air frying is a great option if you want to use less oil.

• These cutlets can also be used as burger patties or packed in lunch boxes.

Why You'll Love These Cutlets

• Rich in iron, fiber, and essential vitamins

• A delicious way to include leafy greens in your family's diet

• Crispy outside and soft inside

• Kid-friendly and perfect as an evening snack

• Can be deep fried, shallow fried, or air fried

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These Healthy Red Amaranth Cutlets are proof that nutritious food can also be delicious. They're simple to make, full of flavor, and a wonderful way to encourage everyone at home to enjoy more leafy vegetables.