Jul 13 2026

Aloo Tikki Chaat Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

2 spiced Potato patties dipped in chick pea batter served with Channa Masala

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Ingredients

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For Aloo Tikki (Potato Patties)

For Chickpea Batter

Method

For Aloo Tikki (Potato Patties)

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Boil the potatoes until they are tender. Drain and allow them to cool.

  2. 2

    Mash the Potatoes

    Once cooled, peel and mash the potatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Add green peas, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, and chopped coriander leaves to the mashed potatoes. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each portion into a round flat patty.

  5. 5

    Fry the Patties

    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the patties until golden brown on both sides. Drain excess oil on paper towels.

For Chickpea Batter

  1. 6

    Prepare the Batter

    In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, water, turmeric powder, baking soda, and salt until you achieve a smooth batter.

For Channa Masala

  1. 7

    Sauté Onions

    In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter, then add chopped onions. Sauté until onions are golden brown.

  2. 8

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add minced ginger and garlic, stirring for a minute. Then add chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.

  3. 9

    Add Chickpeas

    Stir in the canned chickpeas and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. 10

    Garnish

    Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 11

    Dip and Serve

    Dip the fried potato patties in the chickpea batter and serve them topped with the channa masala.

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