Few dishes capture the essence of Indian street food like Aloo Tikki – the golden, crispy potato patties that tempt you with their aroma at every corner. Served hot with tangy tamarind chutney or spicy green chutney, this simple yet irresistible snack is loved across India – from Delhi’s bustling lanes to Mumbai’s chaat stalls.
Ingredients
For the Tikki:
– 4 large potatoes – boiled and mashed
– 2 tablespoons cornflour (or rice flour)
– 1 teaspoon ginger paste
– 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
– ½ teaspoon red chili powder
– ½ teaspoon garam masala
– ½ teaspoon cumin powder
– ½ teaspoon chaat masala
– Salt to taste
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander leaves
– Oil for shallow frying
Preparation
Step 1: Prepare the Potato Base
– Boil the potatoes until soft, peel them, and mash thoroughly. Add cornflour, salt, chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, chaat masala, green chilies, ginger paste, and coriander leaves. Mix well until a smooth, firm dough-like mixture forms.
Step 3: Shape the Tikkis
– Take a portion of the potato mixture, flatten it on your palm, and if using filling, place a spoonful of the pea mixture in the center. Gently seal the edges and form round, flat patties.
Step 4: Fry to Perfection
– Heat a non-stick pan or tawa. Add a few tablespoons of oil and shallow fry the tikkis on medium flame until golden brown and crisp on both sides. Drain on absorbent paper.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
– Green chutney (mint-coriander)
– Tamarind chutney
– A sprinkle of chaat masala and finely chopped onions
– For a street-style twist, top with yogurt, chutneys, chopped onions, sev, and pomegranate seeds to make Aloo Tikki Chaat.
The Final Bite
Crunchy on the outside, melt-in-the-mouth inside – Aloo Tikki is comfort food that never fails to please. Whether as an evening snack, festive treat, or chaat centerpiece, it’s a timeless Indian favorite that brings pure joy with every bite.
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