# Peanut-Crusted Sweet Potato Tikka

> These golden, crispy tikka bites feature a nutritious blend of sweet potato and roasted peanuts. They offer a wholesome snack option that fits perfectly into a balanced diet [2].

- Category: Snacks
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Time: 37 min · Serves 4 · Easy
- Per serving: 273 kcal · 8 g protein · 25 g carbs · 17 g fat
- Tags: High Fiber, Plant Protein, Navratri Friendly
- Published: 2026-10-10
- Source: https://idyora.com/recipes/peanut-crusted-sweet-potato-tikka

## Ingredients

### For the Tikka
- 3 medium sweet potato, boiled
- ½ cup crushed roasted peanuts
- 1-2 small green chilli, chopped
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tsp rock salt
- 2 tbsp ghee

### For Serving
- ½ cup curd
- 2 sprig coriander leaves, chopped

## Method

1. **Prepare the Base.** Peel and mash the 3 medium boiled sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth. Add the grated ginger, chopped green chilli, and 1 tsp rock salt to the mashed potatoes and mix thoroughly to combine.
2. **Shape the Tikka.** Divide the potato mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into firm, 1-inch thick patties. Gently press each patty into the ½ cup crushed roasted peanuts until the entire surface is evenly coated with a crunchy layer.
3. **Pan-fry the Tikka.** Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place the patties in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the peanuts turn deep golden brown and the exterior becomes crispy and firm.
4. **Serve Warm.** Remove the tikka from the pan once both sides are crisp. Serve immediately while hot, accompanied by ½ cup of thick curd and garnished with 2 sprigs of chopped coriander leaves for a balanced snack.

## Tips

- Ensure your sweet potatoes are boiled until just tender so they are easy to mash without becoming too watery.
- For an extra crunch, toast your peanuts lightly in a dry pan before crushing them.
- If the mixture feels too soft, you can add a tablespoon of singhara flour or rajgira flour (if available) to help bind the patties.

## How to serve

Serve these warm tikka as a nourishing snack alongside a bowl of chilled curd.

## Nutrients per serving

- Fibre: 4.6g
- Calcium: 87mg
- Iron: 1.5mg
- Sodium: 663mg
- Vitamin C: 3mg

## Why it's good for you

Sweet potatoes are a source of energy and supply essential nutrients including vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin B6, vitamin C, and vitamin E, alongside dietary fiber [1]. They also provide minerals such as iron, potassium, and magnesium [1]. When combined with peanuts, this dish offers a more complete nutritional profile, as peanuts provide plant-based protein and unsaturated fats [2]. Peanuts are a dense source of energy and contain essential amino acids, making them a useful addition for protein fortification [2].

Including a variety of food groups like roots, tubers, and nuts is recommended to meet requirements for vitamins, minerals, and fiber [3]. A healthy meal is typically seasoned with minimal oil and salt [3]. As with any dietary change, especially if you are managing a health condition, please plan your meals with your doctor or a registered dietitian to ensure they meet your specific needs.

## Sources

1. [Nutrient Analysis of Sweet Potato and Its Health Benefits](https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/85a2/2c5b8b6b7b938b1f05958bdb956a6bc1a64b.pdf) — pdfs.semanticscholar.org
2. [Peanuts as functional food: a review - PMC](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4711439/) — US National Institutes of Health
3. [DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR INDIANS](https://nin.res.in/dietaryguidelines/pdfjs/locale/DGI_2024.pdf) — ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition