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Aloo Tikki - Indian Mashed Potato Patties

Published: Oct 20, 2016 · Modified: Jan 10, 2017 by Igor · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

These mashed potato patties come from India and are called Aloo Tikki. Filled with quinoa and flavored with plenty of spices, this Indian street food is usually served with chickpea curry, yogurt, and sweet, sour, and spicy chutneys!

These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

There are thousands of different vegetables grown in the world and every region has its own staples. However, one veggie stands out and can be found almost everywhere, even in the most distant corners of our planet. I am pretty sure everyone would solve this riddle. Yup, it's a potato! Why this veggie, which is believed to be born in Peru, has spread everywhere and earned the love of so many people?

First, potatoes are easy to grow and store. They are also suited to a cold climate. Second, potatoes are filling. You can easily live on potatoes alone (would be much harder to live on tomatoes or cucumbers). Actually, that's how many people survived during wars. Many crops were getting destroyed by enemies, while potatoes were comfortably sitting deep in the ground.  Third, you can turn potatoes into hundreds of various dishes! That's enough reasons to praise this unique vegetable.

These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

Remember these mouth-watering Polish Potato Pancakes I made a while ago? That recipe (I highly recommend to try it) uses fresh grated potatoes, while today I want to show you traditional potato patties from India (Aloo Tikki) made of boiled mashed potatoes mixed with other veggies and spices. It's one of the best street foods India can offer. I thought that only Europe is famous for their potato pancakes / patties / cakes but it appeared that Indians know how to prepare their potatoes too!

These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

The original recipe uses only potatoes, but I decided to follow the advice of the amazing food blogger with Indian roots Vegan Richa and added some quinoa to the mix. If you want to make the authentic Aloo Tikki, just substitute quinoa with 1 medium potato.

These Indian potato patties are usually served with chickpea curry, but you can use canned chickpeas instead. Yogurt and sweet, sour, and spicy chutneys are also served with Aloo Tikki, but once again, if you don't have them, feel free to use ketchup or bbq sauce. Other garnishes include chopped onion, cilantro, and lemon juice.

These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

These little guys taste so good! For those of you guys, who have dietary restrictions, Aloo Tikki are completely vegan + can be made gluten-free by substituting bread with gluten-free oats or breadcrumbs. That's right, perfect for everyone! These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

These Indian Mashed Potato and Quinoa Patties (Aloo Tikki) are really easy to make and make a perfect #vegan friendly dinner! | cookingtheglobe.com

Aloo Tikki - Indian Mashed Potato Patties

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These mashed potato patties are a very popular street food in India. Flavored with a bunch of spices, they will make your taste buds happy!
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Cuisine Indian
Servings 10 patties
Calories 146 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¼ lb (570g) potatoes
  • ½ cup quinoa
  • ¾ cup onion , chopped
  • 1 chili pepper , seeds removed, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil + more for frying
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa and boil the potatoes with their skins on. When done, peel them and mash.
  • Combine the mashed potatoes and cooked quinoa in a big bowl and mash once again.
  • Add the onion, chili pepper, cilantro, ginger, cumin seeds, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, salt,oil, and breadcrumbs and mix well.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet. Shape 3-inch patties and cook leaving some space between them. Cook for 7-8 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Serve with chopped onion, cilantro, yogurt, chickpeas, or chutney. Enjoy!

Notes

1. Authentic Indian version doesn't include quinoa. You can substitute it with another medium potato.
2. If you don't have any chutney for serving, you can use ketchup or bbq sauce instead.
Adapted from Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen by Richa Hingle

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal
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  1. Platter Talk

    October 21, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe sounds wonderful! Love the fact that it has quinoa added with the potatoes.

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:05 pm

      It's really really good 😉

      Reply
  2. Ludmilla

    October 21, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    I have had this potatoes before and they are amazing!! Easy recipe!

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:09 pm

      Super easy and super delicious 😉

      Reply
  3. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours

    October 21, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    5 stars
    I love the addition of quinoa for some extra protein in this - delicious. I'd cook extra potatoes just so I could eat this for breakfast.

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:11 pm

      Yup, quinoa is so on point here!

      Reply
  4. Amanda

    October 21, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds delicious! I love potatoes in any form. The quinoa is a great addition. These would be great for any meal.

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:12 pm

      I can't live without potatoes too 🙂

      Reply
  5. Lisa | Garlic + Zest

    October 21, 2016 at 1:39 pm

    I never thought of using potatoes and quinoa together, but it works! I love the spices you're using here too! Great photos.

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:13 pm

      Thank you for the kind words, Lisa!

      Reply
  6. Shashi at RunninSrilankan

    October 21, 2016 at 1:50 pm

    I so adore these potato patties - what a splendid use of one of my favorite comforting foods - potatoes! And I love that these patties can be GF and are vegan too!

    Reply
    • Igor

      November 25, 2016 at 6:14 pm

      Perfect for all dietary needs 😉

      Reply
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