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Boiling the potatoes a day ahead and letting them cool completely in the fridge is a trick that makes a real difference here - warm, freshly boiled potatoes hold too much moisture and fall apart in the pan, while cold, dried-out ones bind and hold their shape far better. Pan-fried in just a little oil until deeply crusted on both sides, these are the popular street-cart patties found across Indian night markets.
Per serving
150kcal
Calories
3g
Protein
26g
Carbs
4
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
6 people
Difficulty
easy
Fat
2g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
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Boil the potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and let cool completely (refrigerating for a few hours or overnight gives the best texture).
Peel and grate or mash the cooled potatoes into a bowl.
Add the cornstarch, chopped green chilies, grated ginger, chaat masala, red chili powder, and salt, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape into flat, round patties, about 7cm in diameter.
Heat a thin layer of oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
Pan-fry the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, pressing down gently, until deeply golden and crisp on both sides.
Drain briefly on a paper towel.
Serve hot, topped with tamarind chutney, green chutney, and a dollop of yogurt if desired.
Use Cold, Well-Drained Potatoes: Warm or freshly boiled potatoes hold too much moisture and fall apart when shaped and fried - letting them cool completely, ideally overnight in the fridge, gives a much firmer, easier-to-shape mixture. Use Cornstarch as a Binder: A small amount helps hold the patties together and contributes to a crispier exterior once fried. Press Gently While Frying: Applying light pressure with a spatula as the patties cook helps them develop an even, deep golden crust on both sides.
This almost always means the potatoes were too warm or moist when shaped - let them cool completely, preferably overnight in the fridge, so excess moisture evaporates and the mixture binds better.
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