Aloo Tikka is a popular Indian appetizer made with spiced and grilled potato patties. It is a delicious and flavorful dish that is often served with chutneys or as a filling for wraps and sandwiches. Here’s a recipe for Aloo Tikka:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Ready in: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Oil for shallow frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the boiled and mashed potatoes, bread crumbs, chopped onions, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth and firm mixture.
- Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into round or oval-shaped patties.
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan or tawa over medium heat.
- Place the potato patties onto the hot pan and shallow fry them until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Flip them carefully to ensure even cooking.
- Once the Aloo Tikka patties are cooked, remove them from the pan and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Serve the Aloo Tikka hot with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato ketchup.
You can also garnish the Aloo Tikka with additional chopped coriander leaves and sprinkle some chaat masala for extra flavor. The Aloo Tikka makes a delicious appetizer or snack for any occasion. Enjoy the crispy and flavorful potato patties with your favorite dipping sauces!
