📌 Introduction
Aloo Tikki is a popular North Indian street food snack made from boiled potatoes, herbs, and spices. It’s crispy on the outside, soft inside, and perfect with chutney or as a chaat. Whether you’re craving a tea-time snack or planning a party, this easy Aloo Tikki recipe is a must-try!
🍽️ Prep Time, Cook Time, Servings:
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time | Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 30 mins | 40 mins | 3–4 people |
🧾 Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 2 tablespoons cornflour (or breadcrumbs)
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 green chili (finely chopped)
- Oil for shallow frying
👨🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Boil and Mash Potatoes
Boil potatoes until soft. Peel and mash them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Mix the Spices
Add cornflour, cumin powder, garam masala, red chili powder, chopped green chili, salt, and coriander leaves. Mix everything well into a dough.
Step 3: Shape the Tikkis
Divide the mixture and shape into round, flat tikkis.
Step 4: Fry the Aloo Tikkis
Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the tikkis on medium heat until golden and crisp on both sides.
Step 5: Serve Hot
Serve the Aloo Tikkis with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or ketchup.
🍽️ Serving Suggestion
You can also use these Aloo Tikkis to make Tikki Chaat by topping them with yogurt, chutneys, onions, and sev!
🧠 Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 35g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 8g |
| Fiber | 3g |
Note: Nutritional values are approximate. Frying can increase fat content. Consider shallow frying or using an air fryer for a healthier version.