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    Aloo Tikki Recipe

    Last Updated On: Jun 29, 2025 by Sharmilee J

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    Aloo Tikki is a classic North Indian snack made with pantry staple ingredients which includes boiled potatoes, spices and herbs. It is crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside. Aloo Tikki is a common street food which is popular in North India. Aloo Tikki translates to Potato Patties most commonly served with green chutney and sweet chutney. Follow the step by step pictures, instructions and video to make perfect Aloo Tikki.

    aloo tikki served with green chutney and sweet chutney

    Aloo Tikki is an easy snack you can make anytime when you feel like munching something tasty. The best part is, it is made with basic kitchen staples, just few ingredients and these tasty aloo tikkis are ready in minutes. You can make it plain or stuff it with peas or chana to make it more filling. It is also a nice dish to serve when guests come over.

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    • Aloo Tikki Video
    • Aloo Tikki Ingredients
    • How to make Aloo Tikki Step by Step
    • Expert Tips
    • Serving and Storage
    • FAQS
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    About Aloo Tikki

    ‘Aloo’ in Hindi means potato and ‘tikki’ means patties or cutlet. Aloo Tikki is easy to make and taste just like the ones from street stalls. These Indian style potato patties are either shallow fried or deep fried or even toasted to get a perfect crisp outside. Basic classic version of aloo tikki has no stuffing inside which I have shared here.

    Aloo Tikki is a humble yet flavorful snack that is crispy outside and soft inside. It is mostly made with just mashed potatoes and spices, shaped into patties and cooked until golden brown or crisp. This is also one of the easiest dishes to make when you have leftover boiled potatoes.

    This snack is quite popular in North India, especially during evenings. It is served hot with green chutney or sweet tamarind chutney. Some people even top it with curd, onions, chutneys and sev to make aloo tikki chaat. Just mash, mix, shape and cook. It is also kid-friendly and works well for lunchboxes too.

    You can also make it more filling by stuffing some boiled chana or sprouts inside. Even boiled peas or paneer can be added to the potato mix. The recipe is quite flexible and can be changed to suit your taste. You don’t need any fancy ingredient. It is also light on the stomach and very filling.

    Aloo Tikki is a staple in Mumbai street shops and is one of the popular chats. Weather here is demanding some hot fried snacks and this one fitted the bill aptly. This is quick to make for tea time. You can serve aloo tikki with sweet and green chutney or with just tomato ketchup, either ways it tastes yum. The crispy crust and that soft inside with masala flavor is just too good.

    aloo tikki served with green chutney and sweet chutney

    Aloo Tikki Video

    Aloo Tikki Ingredients

    • Potatoes – I have used medium sized potatoes. Boil them till soft, peel off the skin and mash smooth. Make sure no lumps are there. Potato is the base for this recipe.
    • Green chili – It adds spice, I have used finely chopped green chili you can use green chili paste too.
    • Corn flour – helps ion binding and holding the patties its shape.
    • Ginger garlic paste – This adds flavor and taste to the patties.
    • Bread Crumbs – It helps to get that crispy layer outside. You can use regular bread crumbs or panko breadcrumbs.
    • Spice Powders – I used red chilli powder, chaat masala, jeera powder and garam masala. Chilli gives mild spice, chaat masala gives that tangy street-style taste, jeera brings in flavour, and garam masala gives a nice Indian twist. You can adjust spice powders to your taste.
    • Coriander Leaves – I always like to add some fresh chopped coriander. It adds a light freshness and smells good when you bite into the tikki.
    • Oil or Ghee – I used regular cooking oil for shallow frying. If you like, you can also use ghee for extra taste. Even toasting on tawa with very less oil works fine.
    ingredients needed to make aloo tikki

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This recipe is made with basic ingredients that are easily available.
    • It can be toasted, shallow fried or deep fried depending on what you prefer.
    • Its outer is crispy and inside stays soft and tasty.
    • This recipe is perfect for making quick snacks or light dinners.
    • It is kid-friendly and even elders will enjoy it with chai.

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    How to make Aloo Tikki Step by Step

    Mashing potatoes

    1.To a bowl add 4 medium sized boiled potatoes. I pressure cooked it for 4 whistles in medium flame.

    boiled potatoes in a bowl

    2.Mash it well using a ladle or potato masher. You can even grate it alternatively.

    mash it well

    Adding masala

    3.Add

    • 1 green chili
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon chat masala powder
    • 1 tablespoon corn flour
    • 1 and 1/2 tablespoon breadcrumbs
    • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves
    • salt to taste
    add spice powders, other ingredients

    4.Mix it well.

    mix it well

    Shaping patties

    5.Pinch a small lemon sized ball and roll it between your palms.

    make lemon sized ball

    6.Slightly flatten it like this.

    flatten it slightly

    7.Smoothen the edges which has mild cracks.

    smoothen the edges

    8.Patty is ready.

    patty is ready

    9.Repeat to finish and arrange it in a plate. I got 9 potato patties. These are ready to get fried.

    repeat to finish

    Frying

    10.Heat oil in a pan and add the patties in batches.

    shallow fry in oil

    11.Cook for few minutes until golden brown on the base. Flip over gently using 2 spoons.

    flip over and fry

    12.Deep fry until golden brown on both the sides.

    fry until golden brown

    13.Drain and remove the aloo tikki.

    drain and remove

    14.Aloo tikki is ready!

    aloo tikkis are fried and ready to serve

    Serve it with green chutney and sweet chutney.

    aloo tikki served with green chutney and sweet chutney

    Expert Tips

    • Mashing – Potato should be mashed without any lumps. If any big pieces left, tikki may crack or break while shaping and cooking. Alternatively you can grate the boiled potatoes too.
    • Adjust Consistency – If the dough feels little wet or too soft just add some more bread crumbs or 1-2 tsp rice flour and mix again.
    • Taste check – After mixing all masalas, taste little bit and adjust spices accordingly before frying.
    • Shaping – You can make heart or oval shapes as per your liking. Traditionally it is made round like this. Small or big is your choice.
    • Medium flame – Don’t cook in high flame. It may burn outside and inside will stay raw. Medium heat works better.
    • Flip gently – Don’t flip too fast. Use spoon and turn slowly so it doesn’t break.
    • Use good pan – Any heavy bottom pan gives crisp crust on the outside. You can either use nonstick or cast iron pan.
    • Frying – Fry in medium flame, keep an eye and flip over and cook. You can either shallow fry or deep fry. Toasting I would not recommend as the masalas may taste raw.

    Serving and Storage

    Serve Aloo Tikkis hot, right after frying or toasting. They go well with tomato ketchup, green chutney or sweet chutney. For a richer treat, serve with curd, onions, and chutneys as aloo tikki chaat.

    You can prepare the mixture and shape the patties in advance. Keep in fridge for few hours and cook when needed. Leftover tikkis can be stored in fridge and reheated on tawa. Avoid using microwave as it makes them soft and soggy.

    FAQS

    1.What if the mixture is loose?

    Add some more bread crumbs or rice flour. Mix well and shape again, it would be soft but tight to shape else it will break when dropped in oil.

    2.Can I make this with leftover boiled potatoes?

    Yes, as long as the potato is plain you can use leftover boiled potatoes. Mash it well without any lumps and use it.

    3.Can I freeze uncooked tikkis?

    Yes, shape them and freeze. Before cooking, take out and keep for minimum 15 minutes, then fry it.

    4.Can I use filling inside the tikki?

    Yes, you can stuff little chana, peas or even cheese which makes it more cheesy and rich.

    5.Can I skip breadcrumbs?

    You can, but then the tikki may not be that crisp. You can use sooji or rava also instead. I recommend adding breadcrumbs else the tikkis may turn gummy and chewy.

    aloo tikki served with green chutney and sweet chutney

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    Aloo Tikki Recipe

    Aloo Tikki is a classic North Indian snack made with pantry staple ingredients which includes boiled potatoes, spices and herbs. It is crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside. Aloo Tikki is a common street food which is popular in North India. Aloo Tikki translates to Potato Patties most commonly served with green chutney and sweet chutney. Follow the step by step pictures, instructions and video to make perfect Aloo Tikki.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Servings8 tikkies
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 4 medium sized potatoes
    • 1 green chili
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon chat masala powder
    • 1 tablespoon corn flour
    • 1 and 1/2 tablespoon breadcrumbs
    • 1 tablespoon coriander leaves
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    • To a bowl add 4 medium sized boiled potatoes. I pressure cooked it for 4 whistles in medium flame.
    • Mash it well using a ladle or potato masher. You can even grate it alternatively.
    • Add 1 green chili, 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon chat masala powder, 1 tablespoon corn flour, 1 and 1/2 tablespoon breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon coriander leaves, salt to taste
    • Mix it well.
    • Pinch a small lemon sized ball and roll it between your palms.
    • Slightly flatten it like this.
    • Smoothen the edges which has mild cracks.
    • Patty is ready.
    • Repeat to finish and arrange it in a plate. I got 9 potato patties. These are ready to get fried.
    • Heat oil in a pan and add the patties in batches.
    • Cook for few minutes until golden brown on the base. Flip over gently using 2 spoons.
    • Deep fry until golden brown on both the sides.
    • Drain and remove the aloo tikki.
    • Aloo tikki is ready!
    • Serve it with green chutney and sweet chutney.

    Video

    Notes

    • Mashing – Potato should be mashed without any lumps. If any big pieces left, tikki may crack or break while shaping and cooking. Alternatively you can grate the boiled potatoes too.
    • Adjust Consistency – If the dough feels little wet or too soft just add some more bread crumbs or 1-2 tsp rice flour and mix again.
    • Taste check – After mixing all masalas, taste little bit and adjust spices accordingly before frying.
    • Shaping – You can make heart or oval shapes as per your liking. Traditionally it is made round like this. Small or big is your choice.
    • Medium flame – Don’t cook in high flame. It may burn outside and inside will stay raw. Medium heat works better.
    • Flip gently – Don’t flip too fast. Use spoon and turn slowly so it doesn’t break.
    • Use good pan – Any heavy bottom pan gives crisp crust on the outside. You can either use nonstick or cast iron pan.
    • Frying – Fry in medium flame, keep an eye and flip over and cook. You can either shallow fry or deep fry. Toasting I would not recommend as the masalas may taste raw.
    Nutrition Facts
    Aloo Tikki Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (50 g)
    Calories 72 Calories from Fat 4
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 0.4g1%
    Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
    Sodium 41mg2%
    Potassium 297mg8%
    Carbohydrates 15g5%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 79IU2%
    Vitamin C 13mg16%
    Calcium 18mg2%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Malathi ganesh

      May 14, 2014 at 8:55 am

      Bread crumps is not added to ingredients Ka..

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        May 14, 2014 at 9:29 am

        Updated now 🙂

        Reply
    2. jaya jeny

      May 14, 2014 at 9:04 am

      nice yar

      Reply
    3. traditionallymodernfood

      May 14, 2014 at 8:27 pm

      aloo cutlet s so tempting to eat

      Reply
    4. Kurinji

      May 15, 2014 at 5:24 am

      Mouthwatering cutlets….

      Reply
    5. Durga Karthik.

      May 15, 2014 at 5:25 am

      So tempting to tru.

      Reply
    6. Selvarani Ganesan

      May 15, 2014 at 6:15 am

      healthy recipe for kids

      Reply
    7. Rani Vijoo

      May 15, 2014 at 6:58 am

      Yummy Aloo Tikki…Mouth waterings pictures too…good job Sharmilee…

      Reply
    8. priya ranjith

      May 15, 2014 at 10:01 am

      it looks so yammy sharmi. thanks for the recipe

      Reply
    9. priya ranjith

      May 15, 2014 at 10:02 am

      It looks so yummy sharmi. Thanks for the recipe

      Reply
    10. Sriram Sethumadhavan

      May 15, 2014 at 1:45 pm

      Hi, I have a doubt – how will breadcrumbs around the tikki get cooked? As we are toasting only the top and bottom?

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        May 15, 2014 at 2:43 pm

        Breadcrumbs cooks easily, you are toasting it by flipping over so it will get cooked. But still if you are concerned then you can deep fry them.

        Reply
    11. Shweta Arora

      May 15, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      Love the color of the tikkis, this is one of my household fav snacks 🙂 and me too love it with sweet chutney

      Reply
    12. Priya Suresh

      May 15, 2014 at 7:33 pm

      Excellent they are and seriously cant resist to them.

      Reply
    13. Durga Karthik.

      May 28, 2014 at 12:29 pm

      i tried this with wholewheat bread today .But i did not get this golden colour otherwise good only.What could be the reason?

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        June 04, 2014 at 4:23 pm

        That shouldn't be a problem, toast for little more time and see…..

        Reply
    14. laila baloch

      February 01, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      is breadcrupms like a flour?? Dnt have any idea abt breadcrumps where to find it?

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        February 01, 2015 at 3:42 pm

        Just toast the bread until crisp and powder it to get breadcrumbs…even more easy method id to get rusk and powder it.

        Reply
    15. Sheetal

      March 20, 2015 at 4:00 am

      Hey thanks a ton… Was looking out for a perfect yet simple aloo tikki recipe.. None of the other blogs had a perfect pic as yours n if d pic was good recipe wasnt this simple… N wen I read abt agarwal got to know u r from Cbe… I'm from Cbe too… :)) instant connection I felt 🙂

      Thank u…

      Reply
    16. Unknown

      October 10, 2015 at 10:46 am

      Can we have an alternative for bread crumbs?

      Reply
      • SHARMILEE J

        October 10, 2015 at 12:15 pm

        You can just skip it….

        Reply
    17. venkat

      September 12, 2017 at 11:45 am

      instead of bed crumbs can we use sooji (rava)?

      Reply
      • Sharmilee J

        September 18, 2017 at 6:35 am

        yes you can

        Reply
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