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    Home » Recipes » Indian Cuisine » Stuffed Aloo Tikki

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki

    Published On:June 18, 2019 By:Ruchi

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    Bursting with flavors and aroma of spices, these deliciously yummy Stuffed Aloo Tikki is excellent comfort food that can be savored with your favorite chutneys, dips, or sauce. Whether it’s those countless parties or get-togethers, these full-flavored cutlets or aloo tikkis are a great starter, perfect for any occasion.

    The best part is that it’s Vegan and gluten-free too, isn’t that amazing?

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki- Recipe (stacked)

    Some dishes are so well imbibed in our food culture that we cannot think of ourselves surviving without them. Indian Street food is one of them.

    Today, I will glorify an all-time favorite street food- The Stuffed Aloo Tikki. A dish that perfectly manifests the essence of Indian Street food.

    Although I am not a huge fan of fried food, the rainy season sets the cravings for street-style food, and I happily let the cravings take over me! Then resorting to homemade street food is a deliberated choice.

    What is stuffed Aloo Tikki

    Aloo Tikki is popular Indian street food with a fabulous crispy outer layer and spicy, tangy stuffing that forms an incredibly delicious appetizer, loved by all ages.

    As the meaning goes, ‘Aloo’ in Hindi means potato, and ‘tikkis’ is patties, cutlets, or savory cakes.

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki is made with a stuffing of channa dal (boiled) and spices and pan-cooked or deep-fried to a crispy and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed with evening tea or a hot cup of coffee at any time of the day.

    These tikkis are mostly shallow-fried or air-fried, but they can be air-fried (for healthier cooking) or grilled as well. These spicy-crispy patties are best enjoyed with green chutney (cilantro dip), tamarind chutney, or even tomato sauce.

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki on a plate garnished with pomegranate seeds

    Variations of Aloo tikki

    Being versatile, these Aloo tikkis can be savored in a variety of ways, like —

    • Fasting recipe — To prepare your tikkis for fasting/ vrat, you can replace the stuffing of chana dal with dried coconut mixture.
    • Addition of paneer — In the typical North Indian style preparation, the Aloo Tikkis are stuffed with a mixture of spicy sautéed paneer and peas and served with spicy, savory chickpea curry and topped with onions, green chutney, and tamarind chutney. However, it is made without any stuffing in western India, and it tastes just as great.
    • Street vendors — While street food in Mumbai, these Aloo patties are served with Ragda (white dried peas spicy, savory curry) and are popularly known as Ragda patties.

    Since all ages love potatoes, I think the authentic style of the stuffed Aloo Tikkis is a winsome way to sneak in some extra veggies and make the tikkis more nutritious, apart from being immensely flavorful.

    Ingredient list Aloo Tikkis

    Ingredient list for Stuffed Aloo tikki

    Super easy to make, these savory aloo cutlets can be prepared with a few usual ingredients always available in any Indian kitchen, and they are —

    Potatoes — Potatoes form the essential ingredient of this recipe. We are using boiled, peeled, and mashed potatoes here.

    Thick rice flakes or Poha (flattened rice) — Poha or beaten rice is added as a binding agent to the recipe. If it’s unavailable, you can add rice flour or chickpea flour. Bread crumbs can also be added as the binding agent to the recipe, which makes the tikkis crispy and crusty.

    Lentils — Boiled chana dal lentils are used as a part of the stuffing of this yummy tikkis.

    Chickpea Flour — This is added to the potato batter and the filling as the binding agent. Besan/chickpea flour helps the tikkis to be shaped better.

    Paprika — Lends a sweet-spicy flavor and color to the tikkis.

    Dried mint leaves — Lend a fresh flavor and aroma to the stuffed aloo tikkis.

    Cumin powder — This is added for flavor and aroma.

    Mango powder and chaat masala — These lend a subtle tanginess and spiciness to the tikkis that makes them so yummy.

    How to make Stuffed Aloo Tikki

    There are no set rules to make an aloo Tikki recipe. All you need is the base ingredient, stuffing, and flavoring ingredients.

    Prepare the filling — We start by preparing the lentil filling first. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed wide pan. Add the boiled chana dal and saute for about 1-2 minutes over medium heat. Add all the spices and chickpea flour listed under ‘filling ingredients.’ Mix until all the ingredients are well blended. Do the taste test and set it aside to cool.

    Make the outer covering — Soak the flattened rice for a few minutes until soft. Meanwhile, mash the (boiled and peeled) chilled potatoes in a bowl. Now, drain the poha and allow any excess liquid to drain. Add salt, and red chili powder, and mix until the aloo mixture looks like a smooth dough.

    Make sure the potato dough is lump-free and smooth in texture. Add a tablespoon of rice flour if the dough feels sticky and bind again.

    PROTIP — I strongly suggest keeping the outer layer as simple as possible because if too many spices are added to the outer covering (potato mixture), then the authentic flavors of the stuffed tikkis might get lost. 

    Shaped Aloo tikkis stuffed with lentils

    Assemble and shape Aloo tikkis — Take a golf-sized ball of potato dough mix and shape it like a ball. Flatten the ball and place a tablespoon of cooled lentil mix in the center.

    Bring the sides together, seal and pinch the ball in the center until it looks like a round ball. Gently flatten the ball and repeat the process with the rest of the potato dough and filling.

    Cook the stuffed aloo Tikki — Heat and grease a wide non-stick pan. Always use a non-stick pan for cooking; else, the tikkis will stick to the pan and break off. Arrange the stuffed aloo tikkis in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Once cooked, remove from the pan, and serve warm with the chutney of your choice.

    PROTIP — Tikkis are mostly shallow-fried or pan-fried. However, you can even air-fry them or grill them for a healthier version.

    Cook the aloo tikkis in a pan

    Expert Tips to make the best aloo Tikki recipe

    Use Poha — A binding agent is essential to keep the tikkis in shape and also to avoid crumbling while frying. It absorbs excess moisture from the mixture and makes it easier to shape. Poha (flattened rice) forms one of the best binding agents, creating the perfect crispy Tikkis.

    Do not let the potato dough sit for long — Salt releases moisture from the dough and may turn the dough soggy. Hence, it won’t be easy to shape and even fry/ cook the tikkis. To avoid this, do not let the dough sit for too long.

    Substitute for Poha — You may substitute Poha for homemade bread crumbs and cornflour ( ½ cup of bread crumbs + 3 tbsp cornflour). You can even add rice flour, and the result will still be good.

    However, while adding cornflour, ensure that the potato dough is cold, as hot/ warm dough does not bind well and the mixture turns sticky. Another option that works well is adding oats flour, finely crushed cornflakes, or even crushed peanuts to the dough.

    Substitute for Channa dal — You may customize your tikkis and substitute channa dal stuffing with some other delicious filling, like-

    • Stuffing made of roasted dry coconuts and nuts.
    • A mixture of spicy crumbled paneer and green onions.
    • You can cook a mixture of onions and besan and use it to stuff your tikkis. (refer to the besan parantha recipe for the mix)

    Chilled potatoes — Always use cold leftover mashed potatoes straight out of the fridge to form your tikkis, cutlets, and koftas. As the starch in the refrigerated potatoes has settled, this will prevent your dish from falling apart.

    Deep-fry — If deep-frying, take care to set the temperature of the oil right for frying. If the temperature is low, the tikkis may break and mess up and also soak more oil. If the temperature is high ( than required), it will turn the outer surface crispy and dark, but the inside will remain uncooked.

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki on a plate laced with lettuce

    Serving Suggestions

    The delicious homemade stuffed Aloo Tikkis are so versatile that they can be turned into a burger, sandwich, or wrap and can be carried in a lunch box without worrying about the mess.

    Below, are a few other ways to relish these delectable savory cakes —

    • Stuffed Aloo Tikki Burger — These crispy fried cutlets can be sandwiched in burger buns, topped with your favorite veggies and a dash of ketchup or chutney, and there you have – The scrumptious Aloo Tikki Burger!
    • North Indian street style chaat — You can add some beaten curd (yogurt) and top it with sweet chutney, green chutney, a few onion rings, chaat masala, and pomegranate arils, and your chaat is ready.
    • Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat — Another way of digging into this delectable dish is to top it with spicy chole (chickpeas) curry and flavorful chutneys to come up with a lip-smacking chaat!
    • Aloo Tikki Sandwich — Smash a Tikki on a slice of bread and top it with some cheese and a piece of onion ring and you are ready with a luscious Aloo Tikki Sandwich.
    • Aloo Tikki Pockets — You will surely love this easy variation of Aloo Tikki. Just wrap it inside a puff pastry sheet and enjoy the quick spicy treat!
    • You can enjoy these spicy crispy Tikkis all by themselves with your favorite chutney.

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki on a plate served with chutney

    Let me know what you think!

    As an exquisite combination of potatoes with spices, lentils, and flavors, these Potato cutlets make for an absolute heavenly indulgence. The fantastic crispy outer layer with spicy stuffing makes for an addictive appetizer that delights any street food lover.

    So get ready and let the excitement take you over as you shape each patty adding love and deliciousness to each one of them.

    Should you make this Stuffed Aloo Tikki recipe, please let me know your thoughts by sharing your comment below.

    And don’t forget to share it with your family and friends.

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    Stuffed Aloo Tikki on a plate served with chutney

    Stuffed Aloo Tikki

    Author : Ruchi
    Delicious yummy and homemade Stuffed Aloo Tikki is an incredible starter perfect for any occasion. Whether be those countless parties or get-togethers, these full-flavored cutlets or tikkis made with the combination of potatoes, spices, and lentils make an excellent appetizer. Oh, the best part is that it's Vegan and gluten-free too, isn’t that amazing?
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Snacks And Appetizers
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 12
    Calories 80 kcal

    EQUIPMENT

    • Cooking pan
    • Silicone Spoon
    • Glass Mixing Bowls
    • Potato Masher

    INGREDIENTS
     

    FILLING INGREDIENTS

    • 2 teaspoons Oil for tempering
    • 1 cup Chana dal (boiled and drained)
    • 2 tablespoons Chickpea flour
    • ¼ teaspoon Paprika or Kashmiri Red chili powder
    • ¾ teaspoon Dried mint leaves
    • ¾ teaspoon Cumin powder
    • ½ teaspoon Mango Powder (Amchur Powder )
    • ½ teaspoon Chaat Masala
    • 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (chopped)
    • ½ teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
    • – – Salt to taste

    ALOO TIKKI COVERING

    • 3 big Potatoes, chilled (Boiled and Peeled )
    • ⅔ cup Thick Rice Flakes or Poha
    • ½ teaspoon Kashmiri Red chili powder
    • – – Salt to taste
    • 1 teaspoon Oil (to coat the potato dough)
    • – – Oil to cook the aloo tikki
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    INSTRUCTIONS

    PREPARE THE FILLING

    • Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed wide pan. Add the boiled chana dal and saute for about 1-2 minutes over medium heat. 
    • Add all the spices and chickpea flour listed under ‘filling ingredients.’ Mix until all the ingredients are well blended. Do the taste test and set it aside to cool.

    PREPARE THE OUTER LAYER

    • Soak the flattened rice for a few minutes until soft.
    • Now, drain the poha and allow any excess liquid to drain.
    • Meanwhile, mash the (boiled and peeled) chilled potatoes in a bowl. Add salt, red chili powder, and mix until the aloo mixture looks like a smooth dough.
    • Add poha (flattened rice) and mash it into the potato mixture .
    • Make sure the potato dough is lump-free and smooth in texture. Add a tablespoon of rice flour if the dough feels sticky and bind again.
    • Finish the dough with a teaspoon of oil.

    ASSEMBLING ALOO TIKKI

    • Take a golf-sized ball potato dough mix and shape it like a ball. 
    • Flatten the ball and place a tablespoon of cooled lentil mix in the center.
    • Bring the sides together, seal and pinch the ball in the center until it looks like a round ball. 
    • Gently flatten the ball and repeat the process with the rest of the potato dough and filling.

    TIME TO FRY OR PAN-COOK THE TIKKIS

    • Heat and grease a wide non-stick pan.
    • Always use a non-stick pan for cooking; else, the tikkis will stick to the pan and break off.
      Cook the aloo tikkis in a pan
    • Arrange the stuffed aloo tikkis in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Once cooked, remove from the pan, and serve warm with the chutney of your choice.
    • If you choose to fry these tikkis, heat the oil in a pan. When hot, add tikkis and fry until golden brown. Transfer the fried tikkis to a paper napkin and drain the excess oil. Top this aloo tikkis with your choice chutneys, curd, some chopped onions, chaat masala, and enjoy it like a chaat!!
      How to make Stuffed Aloo Tikki in a platter- Ruchiskitchen

    RECIPE NOTES

     

    Frequently asked questions

     
    How to store Aloo tikkis?
    You can refrigerate the leftover tikkis for 3- 4 days. Transfer the leftover tikkis to an air-tight container and slide them into the refrigerator.
     
    Can I make this tikkis without stuffing?
    Yes, of course, you can. And they will be just as enjoyable along with your favorite chutney and a hot cup of tea! Just add the following seasonings to the mashed potato and Poha mixture:
    • Dried mango powder,
    • Chopped cilantro leaves,
    • Green chilies,
    • Crushed fennel seeds,
    • Chaat masala, and
    • Black salt.
    Mix all the ingredients well and shape them into tikkis and fry.
     
    Can I make these tikkis a day in advance?
    Sure, you can! You can store the tikkis conveniently in the refrigerator for 2 days. Place them in an air-tight container after the tikkis are stuffed and shaped.
    Line the container with a paper napkin and arrange the tikkis on it. If more tikkis are to be added, place another paper napkin over this layer of tikkis and arrange another layer of tikkis on it.
    You can use these tikkis within 2 days, after which the potatoes may start to release moisture.
     
    Can I freeze this tikkis?
    Yes, you can freeze them for 2 months but not in the raw form. This is because when you thaw the frozen tikkis to prepare them for frying, the potatoes release moisture and become completely unpalatable.
    While frying or pan-cooking, they may lose their shape or even break off. The best option here could be to partially pan fry the tikkis until light brown and freeze them when they are completely cooled.
    To freeze, place the tikkis on a parchment paper-layered tray. Once frozen, gather them all, transfer them to an air-tight container, and slide them in the freezer.
    When needed, thaw them on the counter for 3- 4 hours and then pan cook or deep fry them to get them crispy, crunchy tikkis!
     
    Can I bake this tikkis?
    Yes, you can bake these tikkis at 400° C for about 12- 15 min. Just brush them with some oil and line them on the baking sheet. Bake them until crisp and serve hot!
     

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg
    Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided above is approximate. Variations may exist due to the ingredients/brands used. These numbers should be considered estimates, as they are not calculated by a registered dietician.

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