Aloo Kofta (Fried Potato Balls) Recipe

Name: Aloo Kofta (Fried Potato Balls)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes, peeled (to yield 2 cups cooked and mashed); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus 3 cups or as needed for deep frying; 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger; 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic; 1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded Thai bird chili, optional; 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, optional; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

2 medium potatoes, peeled (to yield 2 cups cooked and mashed)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus 3 cups or as needed for deep frying
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded Thai bird chili, optional
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, optional
Salt to taste

1
Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan, and add cold water to cover by an inch.
2
Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 15 minutes.
3
Drain, and mash with a fork.
4
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, garlic, chili, and chili flakes.
5
Saute until ginger and garlic are golden brown.
6
Add mashed potatoes, turmeric, cornstarch, lemon juice and cilantro.
7
Reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
8
Season with salt to taste.
9
Remove potatoes from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
10
Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil to a deep fryer or wok to 350 degrees.
11
Make 16 balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, from the potato mixture.
12
Working in batches if necessary, fry balls until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes.
13
Drain on paper towels, and serve hot.

120

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium potatoes, peeled (to yield 2 cups cooked and mashed), 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus 3 cups or as needed for deep frying, 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger, 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Aloo Kofta (Fried Potato Balls) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Aloo Kofta (Fried Potato Balls)

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