Easy Aloo Tikki Recipe {Indian Potato Patty}

On those days when you're craving for a bit of a spicy snack, aloo tikki might just be a hit! All you really need to nail this easy aloo tikki recipe is some boiled potatoes, a few spices and that's pretty much it!

Interested already? Here's everything you need to know about this Indian delicacy. 

What is Aloo Tikki?

Aloo tikki, which literally means potato patty, is a flavorful and crispy Indian street food snack. It is easy to whip up (even more so when you have some boiled and mashed potatoes ready) and has a versatile flavor base. 

You can also make these in advance and store them for later when the hunger pangs hit. 

Want another easy snack? Check out the Indian papdi chaat for another fun street food recipe that is delicious. Both of these recipes are excellent when served alongside this Indian tamarind concentrate cooler.

How to Make Aloo Tikki Crispy?

If you follow the recipe, the aloo tikki will automatically turn out crispy. The rice flour that you’ll be adding into the mix will not just act as a binding agent for the tikki, but will also lend it that crispy and crunchy texture that you’re aiming for. 

Another tip to follow to make sure you get crisp tikkis is to boil the potatoes until they are just done. Overcooking them will make your potato mixture soft and you won't get the crispy aloo tikkis you're hoping to get. 

How Do I Make Aloo Tikki Healthy?

Aloo tikkis are typically made using mashed potatoes and spices, but that doesn't mean you can't experiment and make them healthier. Here are a few creative ideas to help you make those tikkis more healthy. 

• Sneak in some boiled veggies like peas, carrots, sweet corn, cauliflower, broccoli, and green beans to bump up the nutritive value and fiber content of the tikkis. 
• You can also replace the rice flour in the recipe with wheat flour. This might not give your potato patty that extra crunchy texture, but will certainly make it healthier. 
• If you're a non-vegetarian, you can also sneak an egg into the potato mixture. This will make the aloo tikkis more protein-rich. 
• Apart from that, you can also throw in some healthy ingredients like oat flour, ground almond, chopped spinach and kale leaves, etc. 

Ingredients For the Aloo Tikki Recipe

The list of ingredients for the aloo tikki is pretty short and simple. The best part is, you can add in some more ingredients and remove some other based on your taste and personal preferences. 

Here's what you'll typically need to make them. 

• Potatoes
• Rice flour
• Turmeric powder
• Red chili powder
• Garam masala
• Dry mango powder
• Chaat masala
• Green chilies
• Coriander leaves
• Salt
• Cooking oil

Kitchen Tools Needed

• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula or wooden spoon
• Large skillet
• Optional: Air fryer

How to Make Aloo Tikki Potato Patties

To make the aloo tikkis from scratch, you'll just need to follow these four simple steps. 

In a large mixing bowl, add all the ingredients except oil and mix everything together. Combine everything into a smooth dough. 

Take small portions of the potato mixture and flatten it into the shape of small circular patties.

Take a pan and grease it with oil. Add the patties onto the pan and cook both sides for 2-3 minutes on low to medium heat or until the sides turn golden brown in color. 

Serve them hot with green coriander or mint chutney and tea. 

How to Make Aloo Tikki in Air Fryer?

To make the aloo tiki in an air fryer, you will follow the same steps to create the patties, up until cooking them. Once the patties are formed, follow the instructions below to make these in the air fryer.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.

Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.

Place the patties in an even layer into the air fryer basket, then brush the tops with olive oil.

Air fry for 4 minutes, then turn over, and continue cooking for an additional 2 to 4 minutes until they are golden brown and heated through.

Tips & Tricks to Nail the Aloo Tikkis

While the recipe for the aloo tikki is pretty straightforward, you can still follow some actionable tips and tricks to make sure the recipe is a success. Also, if you're falling short of some ingredients, you could replace them with other ingredients too. 

• The rice flour is meant to be added as a binding agent and a crisping ingredient. If you don't have it, you can use any other binding agent like arrowroot flour, cornstarch, gram flour, tapioca starch, breadcrumbs, or even just regular flour. 
• If you don't have any of these, you could also make use of leftover bread slices. Just soak them in a bit of water, squeeze out the moisture and then add them to the potato mixture. 
• Remember to add the binding agent to mashed potatoes that have been completely cooled down. Adding it to potatoes that are hot or still warm will cause the tikki mixture to become sticky. 

How to Store the Leftovers

Got some leftover tikkis? You could store them easily in your refrigerator or freezer, depending on when you plan to use them. Refrigerated tikkis can stay good for up to 4 days, while frozen ones can last for 3 months. 

Just remember to store them in an airtight container or a resealable bag to preserve their freshness. 

Serving Ideas & Variations

Aloo tikki is incredibly versatile and is super popular as street food and a snack. If you're recreating it at home in your kitchen, there are a ton of ways you could enjoy it. Here are a few ideas to get you started. 

• Serve it hot along with a spicy chutney or ketchup on the side. If you're looking to town down the spice level, you could also have it with a yogurt-based dip. 
• Got some burger buns? Your aloo tikki could be an excellent veggie patty for your homemade burgers. Throw in a slice of cheese and layer it with slices of tomatoes and some fresh lettuce leaves. Easy peasy! 
• You could also take things up a notch and transform your aloo tikki into a chaat! Smash these spiced potato patties, layer up some sweetened yogurt, chopped onions, and tomatoes if you're feeling like it, a drizzle of tangy and spicy chutneys, and sprinkle a bit of sev and chopped coriander on the top!