Simple Aloo Tikki Recipe (Spiced Potato Patties) To Try At Home

A popular choice among many, Aloo Tikki is a popular dish is known for its delightful blend of spices and crispy texture. This dish is a staple in many households and is often served as a snack or appetizer. The recipe involves potatoes mixed with spices, then formed into patties and deep-fried until golden. Check out the complete recipe here and enjoy a delicious treat at home.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled, peeled, and mashed
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt, to taste
• Oil, for shallow frying
• For Serving
• Mint chutney
• Tamarind chutney
• Chopped onions
• Sev (fried gram flour vermicelli)

  

  How To Prepare Aaloo Tikki
  
  1. Boil, peel, and mash the potatoes in a large bowl. Finely chop the coriander leaves, green chilies, and grate the ginger and keep all the ingredients ready before you start making the Aloo Tikki.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, chopped coriander leaves, green chilies, grated ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix everything well to form a smooth mixture.
  -Divide the mixture into equal-sized portions and shape them into round patties.
  -Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a little oil.
  -Place the patties on the pan and cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  -Remove the patties from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

  3. Serve the Aloo Tikki hot with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, chopped onions, and sev. You can also serve it with yogurt or as a chaat by topping it with more chutneys, yogurt, and sev.

  Important Tips

  1. Make sure the potatoes are well-boiled and mashed without any lumps for a smooth texture.
  2. Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
  3. You can also add other ingredients like boiled peas or paneer to the mixture for added flavor and texture.

  Nutritional Values

  Aloo Tikki is rich in carbohydrates due to its primary ingredient, potatoes. While it is a delicious snack, it's important to consume it in moderation due to its deep-fried nature. Each serving of Aloo Tikki (assuming one patty) approximately contains:

  Nutrient	Amount
  Calories	150-200 kcal
  Carbohydrates	25-30 g
  Fat	5-10 g (depending on frying)
  Protein	2-3 g
  Sodium	Varies with salt usage