This Chicken Tandoori Rice Cakes Recipe combines the bold flavors of tandoori chicken with the satisfying texture of rice cakes. It’s a unique dish that makes for a great appetizer or a light meal.
The recipe is simple to follow and perfect for those who enjoy Indian cuisine. You can easily adjust the spices to suit your taste preferences.
Spicy Chicken Tandoori Rice Cakes
These rice cakes are made by mixing cooked rice with tandoori-spiced chicken, then pan-frying until crispy. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, tandoori masala, yogurt, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form Rice Cakes: Take a portion of the mixture and shape it into small patties or cakes. Coat each cake lightly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat Oil: In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Fry Rice Cakes: Add the rice cakes to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with yogurt or chutney on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 cakes
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g