Aloo Tikki Recipe – Crispy Potato Patties for Snacks, Burgers & Chaats
Aloo Tikki is a classic North Indian snack made with boiled potatoes, spices, and minimal ingredients. These golden, crispy patties are popular street food and are loved for their simple flavor and crunchy texture. You can enjoy them as-is or use them in chaats and burgers.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized potatoes
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon corn starch (or corn flour)
- Salt – as per taste
- Oil – for frying
Optional:
- ½ teaspoon chaat masala
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- Finely chopped coriander leaves – 1 tablespoon
Finely chopped green chili – 1 (optional, for spice)
Instructions
- Wash and boil the potatoes until soft (about 3–4 whistles in a pressure cooker).
- Once cooled, peel and mash the potatoes.
- Add corn starch, salt, red chili powder, and optional spices/herbs.
- Mix well until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Divide into equal portions and shape into round flat tikkis.
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan or tawa.
- Fry the tikkis on medium flame until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Remove and place on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot with chutney, ketchup, or use them in burgers or chaat.
Chef’s Tips
- Add grated beetroot or carrots for a healthier twist.
- Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a different flavor.
- Add dry mango powder (amchur) or lemon juice for tanginess.
- Shallow fry for a low-oil version.
- For stuffed tikki, place a spicy paneer or peas filling in the center.