This beetroot cutlet or beetroot patties are crispy and crunchy, with an ooey-gooey cheesy center! And the best part-they are not deep-fried!
If you are on the lookout for some easy beetroot snacks or vegetarian beet recipes, then you will absolutely love this beetroot cutlet recipe.
These healthy cutlets are soo crispy on the outside and soft inside with that melty cheese. These are healthier as they are not deep-fried. Instead, I made them with few teaspoons of oil using the ‘miracle’ pan- ebelskiver!
This beetroot cutlet is an excellent finger food for fussy toddlers, and of course adults alike. You will need to alter the quantity of the spices if you are making it for children. My fussy 2-year-old enjoyed these:)
To make beetroot cutlet, you basically need some boiled or roasted and shredded beets and mashed potatoes. You can use whatever spices you fancy, I’ve used basic Indian spices, but you could use something like Italian seasoning, Thai, Cajun etc. These are totally customizable.
This cutlet is quite similar to the Bengali style vegetable chop, a popular street snack from Kolkatta, India.
I happened to visit my friend the day I made these, we were just having a regular conversation, when she asked me what I cooked for lunch today, I showed her these pics, and she was like, I want to make this right away!
She had all the ingredients except for the Panko, we both got started with making these, and skipped the cornflour slurry and Panko breadcrumbs, we used semolina instead, they adhered well to the beet dough.
So if you want to make these beet veg cutlet without breadcrumbs, you can easily use rava/semolina for the coating. Although semolina too does give a crunchy texture, I still prefer the ones with the Panko breadcrumbs more. Please feel free to use either 🙂
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How to make beetroot cutlet – Step by step instructions
1.In a bowl, combine all the ingredients listed up to salt to taste.
2.Mix well and form a smooth dough, you may add some breadcrumbs, if you need to bind the mixture, I didn’t need any.
3.Make a lemon sized ball, flatten it, put some grated cheese in the cavity, gently seal it, and form a smooth ball. Dip this in the cornflour slurry ( mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water) , and then roll them over the breadcrumbs to coat all over. Prepare the rest in the same way. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4.Heat 2-3 drops of vegetable oil in the cavities of the ebelskiver pan, Place the balls in the cavities, let them cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat, then flip gently and cook until evenly browned from all sides. Serve hot with dip of your choice/tomato ketchup.
Notes
- Please feel free to increase/decrease the quantity of the spice powders, you may skip the ginger and chilli powder if you are making it for children.
- If you do not have an ebeskiver, make beetroot patties instead. Flatten them in the shape of a small patty and shallow fry.
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Beetroot Cutlet Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 medium boiled beetroots, about 1 cup of grated beetroots
- 2 medium boiled Yukon gold potatoes
- 1/2 tsp dry mango powder
- 1/4 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
- 1 tsp cumin coriander powder
- 1 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- Green chillies as per desired heat optional
- 1/4 tsp Salt, or to taste
- 1 cup grated cheese, of choice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Panko breadcrumbs, as required
- Vegetable oil, as required
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients listed up to salt to taste.
- Mix well and form a smooth dough, you may add some breadcrumbs, if you need to bind the mixture, I didn't need any.
- Make a lemon sized ball, flatten it, put some grated cheese in the cavity, gently seal it, and form a smooth ball. Dip this in the cornflour slurry (mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water), and then roll them over the breadcrumbs to coat all over. Prepare the rest in the same way. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Heat 2-3 drops of vegetable oil in the cavities of the ebelskiver pan, Place the balls in the cavities, let them cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat, then flip gently and cook until evenly browned from all sides. Serve hot with dip of your choice/tomato ketchup.
Notes
- Please feel free to increase/decrease the quantity of the spice powders, you may skip the ginger and chilli powder if you are making it for children.
- If you do not have an ebeskiver, make beetroot patties instead. Flatten them in the shape of a small patty and shallow fry.
- Measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250 ml, 1 tsp = 5 ml
Aishwarya says
Freda, I am planning to make this quite soon! So a quick question – how many servings does your recipe come to? Also if we can bake them in an oven what would be the temperature and timing?
Freda Dias says
Hi Aishwarya, thanks so much! It should yield about 8 croquettes, 10 small ones. You can bake at 350-375 F until its golden brown, you may have to turn in between. I’m not sure about the time as I haven’t bake it, may be you can check after 12-15 minutes to see of they are turning golden brown. Would love to know your feedback 🙂
Aishwarya says
Many thanks Freda! I tried the recipe without the cheese! I played around with the spices since I was making a large batch and appe pan didn’t work for me! May be mine because mine is a small one! I deep fried them! It was delicious ??
Freda Dias says
Thanks for your feedback, Aishwarya:) Glad you liked it!
Batter Up With Sujata says
Lovely recipe Freda. Loved the use of my favourite appe pan.
Freda Dias says
Thanks a alot di 🙂
Loretta says
Amazing end results with your croquettes Freda. How could I have missed this post? Your pictures have me salivating, and with all those Indian spices, wow! I’ve been experimenting too with the fresh beets I pick from the garden where I volunteer at. There’s nothing quite like fresh beets is there? I too have seen that pan used by other bloggers, it surely sounds worth looking into.
Freda Dias says
Thanks so much Loretta! Love beets too, I try to incorporate them in my diet often, so nuritious and delicious! That pan is a great option for many low cal meals 🙂
Aruna says
The beet croquettes look so awesome!
Freda Dias says
Thank you Aruna:)
Johanna says
Why haven’t I seen this earlier? This is awesome and such a great substitute for vegetarian burger-parties 🙂
Greetings from the student kitchen,
Johanna
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
So glad you liked them! Thanks a ton 🙂
milliethom says
These look so good! i would nevver have thought of using beetroot in croquettes, although I love warm beetroot. I can imagine how wonderful they taste with the cheese, and that lovely breadcrumbed outside. 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks Millie 🙂 They turned out really delicious. I’ve tried beets mostly only in salads, though in South India there are so many varieties from Rice preparations to desserts using beets. This was a good change 🙂 Hope to be trying the other varieties soon 🙂 Thanks for stopping by 🙂
milliethom says
I’ve only ever had beetroot as it is, too. We love it hot, with roast dinners, as well as cold with salads and such like. We grow quite a lot of it, so we pickle some and also make beetroot jelly. That’s lovely with cold foods, too. It’s just a red jelly but made with vinegar. We dice the beetroot, put it in sterilised jars and pour in the vinegar jelly.
Your recipe will give me something else to make out of our crop.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Beetroot jelly sounds wonderful Millie! I hope you try these croquettes, you can always use any kind of seasonings 🙂
milliethom says
I hope to try the croquettes, as soon as I have time at the weekend.They do look so tasty. 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Please do share your feedback Millie, I hope you like them 🙂
milliethom says
I will, as soon as I find the time to make them. they really do look scrumptious.:) At the moment, my writing has to come first. I adore trying new recipes and I love knitting, but both are on hold for a while until I get up to date with my book – by which time I’ll probably be brain dead! Lol 😀
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Just read your post Millie and about your book ! I’m looking forward to it in November 🙂 I love to try out new recipes as well , I have bookmarked so many , I hope I can make all of them soon .. Hehe
The Hungry Mum says
You had me at cheesy 🙂 What a fun meal for the family.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
haha 😀
Indeed it is 🙂 Thanks so much 🙂
Monika says
looks too good Freda ☺ what a beautiful color ?
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks Monika 🙂
Lina says
Just liked ur fb page?
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
How sweet of you Lina ! Thanks so much 🙂
Lina says
Omg this is soooooooo perfect! I really love your ideas and expts☺☺
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Hehe !! Thanks a bunch dear 🙂
AKIRAA says
Hey!
Howz you? I hope you’re doing well..
I have learned that I have missed a lot of amazing and delicious posts from you..
I’ll be looking forward to read more from you.. 😀
Keep Smiling! 🙂
Sending you lots of love,
Akiraa
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Hi Akiraa ! So sweet of you 🙂 I’m doing well , haven’t seen much of your posts, hope all is good with you too :)lots of love and hugs to you too !
AKIRAA says
Yes actually i was out for a month or so..
But i am fine too.. 😀
keep smiling! 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
you too Akiraa 🙂
Neede says
Ahh healthy and yumm too..?
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much 🙂 healthy indeed !
lapetitepaniere says
They look mouth-watering and perfect, Freda! 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Linda 🙂 Have a lovely week ahead 🙂
CHCooks says
Oh my.. oh my.. perfect croquettes 🙂 Love the beautiful color of the beets 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much dear 🙂
It's All About Food says
Wow.. Such a beautiful colour.. And I am
Sure it tasted delicious ??
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Anjali 🙂 <3
Nandini says
Love the Ooey gooey cheesey balls Freda 🙂
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Nandini 🙂 thanks for stopping by !
Sadie's Nest says
Yum! And what a cute pic of the little hand:)
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Sadie 🙂
apuginthekitchen says
Freda your croquettes are gorgeous, the exterior is so crispy looking and nicely browned I am so surprised they are not deep fried just that little bit of oil and they are wonderfully browned.. The cheese in the middle looks delicious.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thank you so much for your kind words Suzanne 🙂 This pan is truly amazing!! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Smiling Notes says
Wow..such an amazing recipe Freda!! Have to try it out!!
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks dearie <3
Love Served Daily says
These look gorgeous.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much dear Ritu <3
Ujjaini says
Am in love with these <3
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much sweetie <3
Tasty Eats Ronit Penso says
Looks amazing! Love the idea of the beets/potato mix, the spices and the cheese in it.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Ronit 🙂 Glad you liked it 🙂 Thanks for stopping by !
Traditionally Modern Food says
Healthy and yummy treats..looks delicious
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much Vidya 🙂
Mr. Militant Negro says
Reblogged this on The Militant Negro™.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks for your support Sir 🙂
Lynz Real Cooking says
This looks so delicious! It is very different and I like the ingredients, you always make unique and yummy!
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks so much for your kind words Lynn 🙂 Have a lovely week ahead 🙂
Lynz Real Cooking says
You too Freda!
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
Thanks Shari! yes you hardly need few drop of oil in each cavity and when you flip these, you can drizzle few more drops, that’s much less in comparison to deep frying these 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Shari says
Wow, do these look good, Freda! I agree with you, anything fried is so good. All of the spices and the cheese in the middle make it sound very flavorful, too. That pan of yours sounds very interesting. Does it allow you to use less oil?