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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
Aloo Tikki Chaat
comfortsatisfyingindianvegetarianvegetariancrispytenderfluffy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 12 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Drain potatoes, let cool 2 minutes, then peel and mash until mostly smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Stir peas, flour, and 0.5 tsp salt into mashed potatoes until combined.

  4. Step 4

    Form mixture into 4 round patties about 2.5 inches wide and 0.75 inch thick.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.

  6. Step 6

    Pan-fry patties 3 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and crispy.

  7. Step 7

    Slide patties onto serving plates. Drizzle each with 2 tbsp tamarind chutney.

  8. 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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