"Easy OTG Indian Recipes: Healthy and Delicious Snacks You Can Bake at Home"

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Easy OTG Indian Recipes: Delicious and Hassle-Free Cooking

If you love Indian food but dread the idea of spending hours in the kitchen, your OTG (Oven Toaster Grill) can be your best friend! This versatile appliance makes cooking quick, easy, and, most importantly, healthy. Whether you're craving something savory or sweet, there are countless Indian recipes you can whip up in no time using an OTG. In this post, we'll explore some easy-to-make and delicious OTG Indian recipes that will 

1.Baked Vegetable Cutlets


Vegetable cutlets are a popular Indian snack, often deep-fried and enjoyed with a cup of tea. 

Ingredients:

For the Cutlet Mixture:

  • 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans, corn), boiled and mashed
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
  • Salt to taste

For Coating:

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

For Baking:

  • 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter for brushing

Instructions

  • Combine mashed potatoes, mashed vegetables, chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, spices, breadcrumbs, coriander, and salt in a bowl. Mix well.
  • Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into flat round or oval cutlets.
  • Mix flour and water to make a thin paste.
  • Dip each cutlet in the flour paste, then coat it with breadcrumbs.
  • Preheat the OTG to 200°C.
  • Place the cutlets on a greased or lined baking tray.
  • Brush the cutlets with a little oil or melted butter.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  • Serve hot with green chutney or ketchup.
Enjoy these healthy, crispy cutlets straight from your OTG!

2. Stuffed Capsicum


Stuffed capsicum is a simple yet flavorful dish that works as a great appetizer or a side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium-sized capsicums (bell peppers)
  • 2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup boiled peas
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Grated cheese (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cut the tops off the capsicums and remove the seeds.
  2. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown.
  3. Add the mashed potatoes, boiled peas, red chili powder, garam masala, chaat masala, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Stuff this mixture into the hollow capsicums.
  5. Preheat the OTG to 180°C.
  6. Place the stuffed capsicums on a baking tray and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  7. For a cheesy twist, add grated cheese on top of each capsicum before baking.
  8. Serve hot with roti or as a side dish.

3. Masala Corn on the Cob


A perfect evening snack, this recipe gives the traditional corn on the cob a spicy Indian twist.

Ingredients:

  • 4 corn cobs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1 lemon
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the OTG to 200°C.
  2. Brush the corn cobs with melted butter.
  3. Place the corn on the grill rack and grill for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until the kernels are slightly charred.
  4. Mix red chili powder, chaat masala, and salt.
  5. Rub the spice mix onto the grilled corn.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice on top before serving.

4. Tandoori Chicken


Who doesn't love a good tandoori chicken? This recipe lets you enjoy the flavors of this classic dish without a tandoor.

Ingredients:

  • 500 grams chicken legs or thighs
  • 1 cup thick yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon mustard oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients except the chicken to prepare the marinade.
  2. Make slits on the chicken pieces and coat them with the marinade. Let it rest for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat the OTG to 220°C.
  4. Place the marinated chicken on a grill rack.
  5. Grill for 30-35 minutes, turning the pieces occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a slight char.
  6. Serve hot with onion rings, lemon wedges, and green chutney.

5. Eggless Atta Cake


For those with a sweet tooth, this whole wheat cake is a healthier alternative to traditional cakes.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour (atta)
  • 1/2 cup powdered jaggery or sugar
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • A pinch of salt
  • Chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the OTG to 180°C.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt and jaggery/sugar until smooth.
  3. Add oil, milk, and vanilla essence. Mix well.
  4. Sift together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold it into the wet ingredients.
  5. Add chopped nuts if using.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased baking tin.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool before slicing and serving.

Tips for Cooking with OTG:

  • Preheating: Always preheat your OTG as specified in the recipe for even cooking.
  • Temperature: Keep an eye on the temperature as OTGs can get hotter than traditional ovens.
  • Placement: Use the middle rack for most recipes to ensure uniform heat distribution.
  • Basting: For tikkas and kebabs, baste with oil or butter to prevent them from drying out.

With these easy OTG Indian recipes, you can enjoy the flavors of India right at home, with minimal effort and maximum taste. Happy cooking!satisfy your taste buds without requiring you to spend the whole day in the kitchen.

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