Raw banana tikkis Recipe with Rice | Easy Vegetarian Dish — Simple Lunch You Can Make Today

A celebrated classic from the Indian culinary tradition, this recipe has been enjoyed by generations of home cooks across India. A satisfying lunch option that balances taste, nutrition, and ease of preparation.

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a curious beginner, this Raw banana tikkis recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. The step-by-step video above walks you through every technique — from preparation to plating — so you can cook with confidence.

The recipe uses 5 key ingredients including raw bananas, mustard oil, panch phoran, green chilies. Each serving contains approximately 140 calories, with 3g of protein — making it a guilt-free addition to your diet.

Did you know? A Bengali alternative to potato tikkis. Fun fact: Raw bananas are a staple in East Indian "shukto" dishes, valued for their resistant starch. Mustard oil adds pungency and preserves the tikkis—a technique from Odia temple kitchens. Panch phoran (five-spice blend) includes fenugreek, known to regulate blood sugar. In Assam, they’re wrapped in banana leaves and steamed as "koldil bhaji." Street vendors near Kolkata’s Howrah Bridge serve them with gondhoraj lemon chutney!