Pan-Fried Gujarati Spiced Potato Patties

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

Golden pan-fried potato patties infused with cumin, coriander, and ginger, perfect as a snack or side dish. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boiled potatoes, finely chopped green chili, grated ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 450 g) boiled potatoes
• 1 finely chopped green chili
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp rice flour
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and mash 3 medium boiled potatoes in a large bowl until smooth with no lumps.
2. Step 2: Add 1 finely chopped green chili, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Mix thoroughly to combine.
3. Step 3: Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized flat patties about 3 inches in diameter.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 3 tbsp rice flour on a plate and lightly coat each patty on both sides.
5. Step 5: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
6. Step 6: Fry the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp at the edges.
7. Step 7: Drain on paper towels and serve hot with green chutney or ketchup.