Wholesome Snack | Vata Pacifier | Anti-Inflammatory

Sattvic Sweet Potato Tikki recipe — A Sattvic Ayurvedic Meal

👉These tikkis are made from sweet potatoes and Ayurvedic spices, providing sustained energy without heaviness.

👉 The combination of sweet potato, cumin, and fresh herbs supports inflammation reduction and digestive comfort.

Golden brown sattvic sweet potato tikki with mint chutney and lemon wedges

👉Ideal for balancing excess vata, especially during seasonal shifts, long travels, or fasting rituals like Ekadashi.

🧂Ingredients (6–8 tikkis)

Below is a list of ingredients along with their respective quantities and helpful notes.

Ingredient

Qty.

Notes

Sweet Potatoes

2 medium

boiled, peeled, mashed

Arrowroot Flour (or Singhara Atta )

1 tbsp

Best Natural food thickener,gluten-free, vegan-friendly

Roasted Cumin (jeera) Powder

A pinch

Aromatic and Intense Flavour

Fresh Ginger

½ inch, grated

Anti-inflammatory & digestive aid

Cow Ghee(clarified butter)

½ tsp

Nourishes tissues, balances Vata

Fresh Coriander

As needed

Adds cooling effect and aroma

Rock Salt (Sendha Namak)

To taste

Enhances sattvic purity

Raw ingredients for sattvic sweet potato tikki recipe including mashed sweet potato, sendha namak, green chili

🌱Instructions (Step-by-Step)

Mashed sweet potatoes with spices

1) Mash & Mix


In a large bowl, mash the boiled sweet potatoes until smooth.
Add arrowroot flour, cumin, ginger, green chili, coriander, and rock salt.

Hands shaping tikkis from dough

2) Shape the Tikkis

Divide the mixture into small portions and roll into flat patties (tikkis).
Chill for 10 minutes to help them firm up.

Tikkis shallow frying in ghee

3) Shallow Fry

Heat ghee in a pan on medium heat.
Fry each tikki until golden on both sides.

Golden sweet potato tikkis served

4) Serve

Enjoy hot with coriander-coconut chutney or plain yogurt.

💡 Why Sweet Potato Tikki recipe ?

  • ⚕️ Fasting-Friendly This tikki uses rock salt and singhara atta, making it ideal for Ekadashi, Navratri, or intermittent fasting.
  • 🌰 Vata PacifierCooked and warming, this recipe helps soothe vata symptoms like dryness, anxiety, and irregular digestion.
  • 🧬 Anti-InflammatorySweet potato is rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene, supporting inflammation control and immunity. Learn More

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Add crushed sesame seeds or roasted peanuts for crunch.
  • Avoid onion, garlic, or regular salt to keep the recipe sattvic and fasting-compliant.
  • Best served warm.
  • To store, refrigerate cooked tikkis in airtight container and reheat in ghee.

🥗Nutrition Highlights (Approx. per Ball)

Nutrient

Value (approx.)

Calories

180 kcal

Iron

8% DV

Healthy Fats

6 g

Fiber

4 g

Explore More Sattvic Food Wisdom & Holistic Lifestyle Tips

Discover more nourishing recipes in our Sattvic Food section section or dive deeper into mindful living with our Yoga & Meditation practices. These paths together support a sattvic lifestyle rooted in balance, clarity, and wellness.

❓FAQs – Sweet Potato Tikki Recipe

Yes. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway for even crisping.

Absolutely. Its warming, grounding nature is perfect for colder climates and Vata season.

If not fasting, you can substitute with rice flour or besan for binding.

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