Easy Baked Aloo Tikki (Printable Version)

Golden baked potato patties seasoned with spices and vegetables for a flavorful, healthier twist.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium russet potatoes, cooked and cooled
02 - 80 ml green peas
03 - 80 ml chopped onions
04 - 80 ml chopped green bell pepper

→ Dry Ingredients & Spices

05 - 40 ml all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Pinch of red chili pepper
11 - Salt, to taste

→ Other

12 - Oil for brushing

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large bowl, mash the cooked and cooled potatoes using a fork. Incorporate chili powder, ground cumin, ground ginger, garlic powder, red chili pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all seasonings evenly.
02 - Sample the potato mixture and adjust salt and spices according to preference.
03 - Add chopped onions, green bell pepper, and peas to the spiced potatoes. Stir well. Incorporate flour and mix to bind the ingredients.
04 - Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius.
05 - Ensure hands are dry and dusted with flour to prevent sticking. If the mixture is too sticky, add more flour. Shape small balls from the mixture and flatten into patties approximately 1.3 cm thick.
06 - Brush both sides of the patties lightly with oil. Arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, flipping carefully halfway through to ensure even browning.
08 - Remove from oven and allow patties to cool for five minutes to firm up before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For a crispier texture, broil the patties during the last few minutes of baking, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
02 - Spice levels can be adjusted by adding extra chili powder if desired.
03 - Patties can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving.