Aloo Tikki Chaat
Crispy potato and pea patties topped with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and fresh cilantro. A beloved Indian street food that's restaurant-quality but achievable at home.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 12 minutes.
Step 2
Drain potatoes, let cool 2 minutes, then peel and mash until mostly smooth.
Step 3
Stir peas, flour, and 0.5 tsp salt into mashed potatoes until combined.
Step 4
Form mixture into 4 round patties about 2.5 inches wide and 0.75 inch thick.
Step 5
Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 6
Pan-fry patties 3 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Slide patties onto serving plates. Drizzle each with 2 tbsp tamarind chutney.
Step 8
Top each with 2 tbsp yogurt and a pinch of cilantro. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- pot for boiling
- 10-inch skillet
- spoon for mashing
- fork
- measuring spoons
- measuring cups
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