Crispy Aloo Patties Recipe | Easy Vegetarian Indian Snack | Neera Food Lab 🍲 #trending #recipe

Hey food lovers! 🌿 Welcome back to Neera Food Lab, where we celebrate the magic of vegetarian Indian cuisine. Today, we're diving into Crispy Aloo Patties (Aloo Tikki with a crunchy twist!) – spiced mashed potatoes stuffed in flaky dough, coated in a simple slurry, and fried to golden perfection. This plant-based delight is tangy, aromatic, and ideal for chai time, parties, or quick snacks. No eggs, just pure desi flavors!

Ingredients for Aloo Masala (Stuffing):

Boiled potatoes – 4 nos, mashed
Cumin seeds – ½ tbsp
Fennel seeds – ½ tbsp
Crushed coriander seeds – ½ tsp
Green chilli & ginger (finely chopped) – 1 tbsp
Salt – as required
Turmeric powder – ½ tbsp
Kashmiri red chilli powder – ½ tbsp
Mixed vegetable masala – ½ tbsp
Roasted cumin powder – ½ tbsp
Chaat masala – ½ tbsp
Red chilli powder – ⅓ tbsp
Fresh coriander leaves – chopped
Lemon juice – to taste
For Dough:

All-purpose flour – 1 cup
Salt – ½ tbsp
Ghee – 2 tbsp
Water – as needed
For Slurry:

Cornflour – 3 tbsp
Oil – as needed

Method (Step-by-Step):

1. Prepare the Aloo Masala (Stuffing): Start by boiling the potatoes until soft (about 15 minutes in a pressure cooker or 20 minutes on stovetop). Peel and mash them smoothly. In a pan, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium flame. Add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and crushed coriander seeds – let them splutter for 30 seconds to release those aromatic flavors (this is called tadka in Hindi!). Toss in the chopped green chilli and ginger, sauté for 1 minute. Now mix in the mashed potatoes, salt, turmeric, Kashmiri red chilli powder, mixed vegetable masala, roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, and red chilli powder. Stir well for 3-4 minutes until everything blends into a fragrant masala. Turn off the heat, add chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice for that zesty kick. Let it cool completely. Shape into 8-10 small balls or patties – set aside.

2. Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and ghee. Rub the ghee into the flour with your fingers until it resembles breadcrumbs (this makes it flaky!). Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, firm dough (not too soft). Cover with a damp cloth and rest for 10 minutes.
Prepare the Slurry: In a small bowl, mix cornflour with oil to form a smooth, thick paste. Add a splash of water if it's too thick – it should coat the back of a spoon easily. This will give that extra crispy layer!

3. Assemble the Patties: Divide the dough into 8-10 equal portions. Roll each into a small disc (about 4 inches wide). Place a ball of aloo masala in the center, fold the dough over like a parcel, and seal the edges tightly. Gently flatten into a patty shape. Dip each stuffed patty into the slurry, ensuring it's fully coated for maximum crunch.

4. Fry to Perfection: Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium-high heat (test by dropping a small dough piece – it should sizzle and rise). Fry the patties in batches, 3-4 at a time, for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
5. Serve Hot: Plate them up with green chutney, tamarind sauce, or yogurt (dahi) on the side. Garnish with more coriander for that fresh touch!

Full recipe with timings, tips, and vegan variations in the video above. Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 30 mins | Serves: 4.

Pro Tip: Air-fry for a healthier version! 😊

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