# Potato-Sesame Tikki with Mint Chutney

> These golden, crispy potato patties are coated in nutty sesame seeds, making them a delightful and wholesome choice for your festive table. They are easy to prepare and pair perfectly with a fresh mint chutney for a balanced snack.

- Category: Snacks
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Time: 42 min · Serves 4 · Easy
- Per serving: 350 kcal · 8 g protein · 42 g carbs · 18 g fat
- Tags: High Fibre, Calcium, Iron
- Published: 2026-10-10
- Source: https://idyora.com/recipes/potato-sesame-tikki-with-mint-chutney

## Ingredients

### For the Tikki
- 4 medium boiled potato
- ½ cup sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- ¼ cup finely chopped coriander leaves
- 1 tsp rock salt
- 2-3 tbsp ghee

### For the Mint Chutney
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 small green chilli
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water

## Method

1. **Prepare the Base.** Peel and mash the 4 boiled potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Add 1 tbsp grated ginger, 0.25 cup chopped coriander leaves, and 1 tsp rock salt, mixing everything thoroughly.
2. **Shape the Tikki.** Divide the potato mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a flat, round patty using your palms. Gently press each patty into the 0.5 cup of sesame seeds so they are evenly coated on the outside.
3. **Make the Chutney.** In a small blender, combine 1 cup mint leaves, 1 small green chilli, 1 tsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp water. Blend until smooth to create a vibrant green chutney.
4. **Pan-fry the Tikki.** Heat 2-3 tbsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or tawa over medium heat. Place the patties on the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until the sesame crust turns golden brown and crispy.

## Tips

- Ensure potatoes are completely cooled before mashing so the patties hold their shape well.
- Adjust the green chilli quantity in the chutney to suit your preferred level of heat.
- Serve immediately while the sesame crust is hot and crispy.

## How to serve

Serve these warm tikkis with the fresh mint chutney as a delightful Navratri-friendly snack.

## Nutrients per serving

- Fibre: 7g
- Calcium: 212mg
- Iron: 4.5mg
- Sodium: 607mg
- Vitamin C: 43mg

## Why it's good for you

Potatoes are a staple starchy root that provide energy and are often used as a foundation for traditional Indian snacks [1]. Sesame seeds are a nutrient-dense oilseed, and research indicates that their supplementation may contribute to improved inflammatory markers and glycemic control [2]. As the ICMR-NIN recommends, including a variety of oilseeds and nuts in your daily diet is beneficial for sourcing good quality fats and micronutrients [3]. Spices like ginger, when used in everyday cooking, contribute to the overall dietary value of the meal [4]. 

When planning your meals, especially if you have specific health conditions, it is always a good practice to discuss any significant dietary changes with your doctor or a registered dietitian. This recipe is designed to be a simple, nourishing part of a balanced diet.

## Sources

1. [The Family Nutrition Guide](https://www.fao.org/4/y5740e/y5740e0f.htm) — FAO
2. [Clinical evidence of sesame ( Sesamum indicum L. ) products and its bioactive compounds on anthropometric measures, blood pressure, glycemic control, inflammatory biomarkers, lipid profile, and oxidat](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11899564/) — 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
4. [Common Indian spices: nutrient composition, consumption and contribution to dietary value](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8397396/) — US National Institutes of Health