Savoury Potato Croquettes (Aloo Tikki)

INGREDIENTS:

Potatoes 4-5 parboiled, peeled and mashed
Carrots 1 grated
Peas 1 cup parboiled and crushed
Coriander leaves a handful chopped
Green Chilis 2 chopped
Ginger grated 1 tsp
Chaat masala 1 tsp
Red chili powder 1 tsp
Corn flour 4 tbsp
Breadcrumbs 2 tbsp
Salt as required
Oil for frying

METHOD:

Serving Size: 4-6

In a bowl take mashed potatoes, peas, coriander leaves, chaat masala, chopped green chilis, grated ginger, red chili powder, corn- flour, breadcrumbs and salt.

Mix well and divide the mixture into 12 equal sized balls.

Gently flatten into tikki shape and keep aside.

Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry aloo tikkis till both sides are golden brown in color. You can deep fry or air fry them for a healthier version.

Once done transfer the aloo tikkis on a kitchen towel so that excess oil is absorbed.

Place the tikkis on a serving plate and pair them with tomato ketchup or tamarind chutney.

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