Are you tired of the never-ending battle to get your picky eaters to embrace green leafy vegetables like spinach? Well, we have the ultimate solution for you: spinach fritters, also known as spinach cutlets! These culinary masterpieces are not just a tasty delight but also an ingenious way to win over even the most stubborn taste buds.

We all know the incredible nutritional benefits of spinach, but convincing toddlers to give it a try can feel like an impossible task. That’s where spinach fritters come in, armed with their secret weapon of pure deliciousness. These fritters are a culinary marvel, blending the goodness of spinach with a medley of essential nutrients. Packed with protein, carbohydrates, and an impressive array of vitamins and minerals, they are a powerhouse of nutrition in every bite.

But here’s the best part: spinach fritters don’t just tick all the nutritional boxes, they also boast a tantalizingly crispy texture and a savory flavor that will leave your little ones asking for more. They are perfect for tucking into lunchboxes or as a travel-friendly snack that keeps both hunger and taste buds satisfied.

Say goodbye to mealtime battles and hello to a newfound love for greens with these delectable spinach fritters. It’s time to outsmart picky eaters and transform mealtimes into a delightful adventure filled with healthy choices and happy tummies. Get ready to witness the magic of spinach fritters as they conquer even the most discerning taste palates with their irresistible charm!

Spinach Fritters

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spinach leaves, washed
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese, crumbled
• 1 potato, boiled and mashed
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Red chilly powder (optional)
• 1 green chilly
• 4-5 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 1/4 cup roasted gramflour
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• Bread crumbs for rolling

Method:

1. Boil enough water in a pan with ginger,garlic and green chilly.  Once the water boils, turn off the stove.

2. Add spinach to the hot water and let it stay there for 5 minutes.

3. Strain everything and keep aside. Once cool, grind it to a paste.

4. In a bowl mix together potatoes, cheese, gram flour,salt and all the seasonings.

5. Add the spinach paste to the potato mix. Mix well till combined.

6. Make small patties of the mixture. Dip each patty in cornflour and then roll it in bread crumbs.

7. Shallow fry the patties till brown on both sides. Serve with curd dip, tomato ketchup or coriander chutney.

These are also good for kiddie parties – to make them heartier, you can also serve them in between a small bun or pav. We’re sure this is one snack your child can’t resist, and even you’ll have a hard time keeping your hands off!

Spinach Fritters

What do you do when your toddler makes it a point to pick out every piece of green on his plate? Make him an offer he can't resist - of spinach fritters!

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Course: Snack

Cuisine: Indian

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Author: Kanika

Ingredients

• 1 cup spinach leaves washed
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese crumbled
• 1 potato boiled and mashed
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Red chilly powder optional
• 1 green chilly
• 4-5 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 1/4 cup roasted gramflour
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• Bread crumbs for rolling

Instructions

• Boil enough water in a pan with ginger,garlic and green chilly.
• Once the water boils, turn off the stove.
• Add spinach to the pan and let it stay there for 5 minutes.
• Strain everything and keep aside. Once cool, grind it to a paste.
• In a bowl mix together potatoes, cheese, gram flour,salt and all the seasonings.
• Add the spinach paste to the potato mix. Mix well till combined.
• Make small patties of the mixture. Dip each patty in cornflour and then roll it in bread crumbs.
• Shallow fry the patties till brown on both sides. Serve with curd dip or coriander chutney.

Author

Kanika has a masters in computer science and is now a stay at home mom to a cute little boy, Onish. She loves to cook and tries new and yummy recipes to get her fussy toddler to eat healthy.