Indian Mince Cutlets

Crispy on the outside and irresistibly flavorful on the inside, Indian Mince Cutlets are a perfect mix of bold spices and hearty comfort food. This quick and easy recipe combines ground meat of your choice—beef, lamb, or chicken—with aromatic ingredients like ginger, garlic, green chilies, and fresh herbs, along with a touch of garam masala for authentic Indian warmth. A secret addition of mashed potato ensures the patties stay moist while breadcrumbs provide a golden, crunchy coating. Shallow-fried to perfection, these cutlets pair beautifully with tangy mint chutney or sweet tamarind sauce, making them ideal as an appetizer, snack, or part of a festive spread. Ready in just 35 minutes, these Indian Mince Cutlets are an irresistible classic that will keep your guests coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground meat (beef, lamb, or chicken)
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 small, finely chopped green chili
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 1 medium, boiled and mashed potato

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped onion, green chili, minced garlic, and ginger.

Step 2

Add the fresh coriander and mint leaves, along with spices: ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

Step 3

Mix in the boiled and mashed potato to help bind the mixture together.

Step 4

Crack in the egg and mix well until the mixture is combined and can hold its shape when formed into patties.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into medium-sized cutlets, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray.

Step 6

Roll each cutlet in breadcrumbs, ensuring it is evenly coated on all sides.

Step 7

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the cutlets in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Cook each cutlet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the cutlets and drain any excess oil on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 10

Serve the Indian Mince Cutlets hot with mint chutney, tamarind sauce, or ketchup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1179.1 grams (1179.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3178

Total Fat 229.20g	294%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 71.10g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 5651mg	246%
Total Carbohydrate 181.00g	66%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 22.50g
Protein 126.60g	253%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 310mg	24%
Iron 27mg	149%
Potassium 2552mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 22.0%