Crispy Spiced Potato Fritters (Aloo Tikki)

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Golden, crispy potato patties seasoned with cumin, coriander, and fresh cilantro. These make the perfect side to any dal or rice dish. This Indian recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs potatoes, onion, cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 medium (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and boiled until tender potatoes
• 1/2 cup, finely chopped onion
• 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/4 tsp red chili powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• to taste salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mash the boiled potatoes until smooth, then add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp coriander powder, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1/4 tsp red chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well until combined.
2. Step 2: Add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup water to the potato mixture and stir until it holds together when pressed. If too dry, add a bit more water; if too wet, add a bit more flour.
3. Step 3: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a flat patty about 1 inch thick. Place on a plate and let rest for 10 minutes to firm up.
4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the potato patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels before serving.