Stuffed Aloo Tikki

Stuffed Aloo Tikki is a delightful Indian snack where mashed potatoes are shaped into patties, stuffed with a savory filling of spiced peas, and shallow fried to golden perfection. This crispy exterior encases a flavorful interior, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Served with chutneys, these tikkis offer a satisfying balance of softness and crunch, making them a beloved street food and appetizer across India.

Here’s a detailed recipe for making stuffed aloo tikki:

Ingredients:

For the Outer Tikki:

• 4 large potatoes, boiled, peeled, and mashed
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons cornflour or bread crumbs (for binding)
• Oil/Ghee for shallow frying

For the Stuffing:

• 1 cup boiled and mashed green peas
• 100g paneer cut in tiny cubes.
• 2 green chilies finely chopped.
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon oil
• Salt to taste
• Chopped fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

For the Outer Tikki:

1. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
   • Boil, peel, and mash the potatoes thoroughly in a mixing bowl. Ensure there are no lumps.
2. Seasoning the Potato Mixture:
   • Add red chili powder, garam masala, dry mango powder, cumin powder, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Mix everything well.
3. Binding the Mixture:
   • Add cornflour or bread crumbs to the potato mixture. This will help bind the tikki mixture together. Mix until it forms a dough-like consistency.
4. For the Stuffing:
   • Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add boiled and mashed green peas, paneer cubes, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook the mixture for a few minutes until the flavors combine well.
   • Let the stuffing mixture cool down.
5. Assembling the Tikki:
   • Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it on your palm to make a small disc.
   • Place a spoonful of the prepared stuffing in the center.
   • Carefully bring the edges together, enclosing the stuffing, and shape it into a round tikki. Ensure the stuffing is sealed within the potato mixture.
6. Cooking the Tikki:
   • Heat oil/ghee in a pan for shallow frying. Once the oil is hot, place the stuffed tikkis on the pan.
   • Shallow fry the tikkis on medium heat until they turn golden brown and crisp on both sides.
7. Serve:
   • Once done, remove the tikkis from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
   • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with mint-coriander chutney or tamarind chutney.

These stuffed aloo tikkis make for a delicious snack or appetizer, offering a crispy exterior and a flavorful, spiced filling within. Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.