Spicy Mini Alu (potato) Tikkis for Diwali! Recipe

Name: Spicy Mini Alu (potato) Tikkis for Diwali!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 kg potato, washed,peeled,boiled and mashed; 4 slices white bread; ½ cup sago, soaked in water until it swells and then squeezed dry (sabudana); 12 lime, juice of; salt; ½ teaspoon whole cumin seed; ½ teaspoon whole coriander seed; 3 -4 green chilies, washed and chopped; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; salt; black pepper; ½ teaspoon amchoor powder (dry mango powder) or 1 teaspoon lime juice; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, washed and chopped; ½ cup channa dal, boiled (do not overboil, yellow lentils); oil, to fry

Servings: persons

12 kg potato, washed,peeled,boiled and mashed
4 slices white bread
½ cup sago, soaked in water until it swells and then squeezed dry (sabudana)
12 lime, juice of
salt
½ teaspoon whole cumin seed
½ teaspoon whole coriander seed
3 -4 green chilies, washed and chopped
1 teaspoon red chili powder
salt
black pepper
½ teaspoon amchoor powder (dry mango powder) or 1 teaspoon lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, washed and chopped
½ cup channa dal, boiled (do not overboil, yellow lentils)
oil, to fry

1
In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, white bread, sago, lime juice and salt.
2
Knead it well with your palms.
3
Divide the mixture equally to shape into small balls.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat 1 tbsp.
6
of oil in a frying pan.
7
Add cumin and corriander seeds.
8
Allow to splutter.
9
Once they stop spluttering, add the green chillies, red chilli powder, salt, black pepper, amchoor or lime juice and mix well.
10
Then mix in the corriander leaves.
11
After 30 seconds, mix in the boiled chana dal and fry for 5-7 minutes.
12
Keep aside to cool.
13
Flatten each potato ball.
14
Fill each ball with a little dal mixture.
15
Flatten and shape the tikkis into round circular shapes.
16
Heat oil in a wok.
17
Deep fry all the tikkis, a little at a time, until golden brown on either side.
18
Drain on clean paper kitchen napkins.
19
Serve hot with tomato ketchup or corriander mint chutney.

2668

kcal

Calories

Fat

543

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 kg potato, washed,peeled,boiled and mashed, 4 slices white bread, ½ cup sago, soaked in water until it swells and then squeezed dry (sabudana), 12 lime, juice of, and more.

Yes, Spicy Mini Alu (potato) Tikkis for Diwali! 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Mini Alu (potato) Tikkis for Diwali!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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