Aloo Tikki

Ingredients

Potatoes

4 medium, boiled and mashed

Green peas

1 cup, boiled

Onion

1 small, finely chopped

Green chili

1, finely chopped (adjust to taste)

Ginger

1 inch, grated

Coriander leaves

1/4 cup, finely chopped

Cumin powder

1 teaspoon

Coriander powder

1 teaspoon

Red chili powder

1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Salt

to taste

Bread crumbs

1/2 cup (for binding)

Oil

for frying

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled and mashed potatoes, boiled green peas, finely chopped onion, green chili, grated ginger, and coriander leaves.
2. Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt to the mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Gradually add the bread crumbs to the mixture and mix until the mixture holds together well. If it's too wet, add more bread crumbs as needed.
4. Divide the mixture into equal-sized portions and shape them into round, flat patties (about 1/2 inch thick).
5. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the patties in the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
6. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
7. Remove the patties from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve hot with tamarind chutney or mint chutney for dipping.