Aloo tikki are spiced Indian potato patties — crisp and golden outside, soft and fragrant within, often served with chutney. The air fryer crisps them with just a spray of oil. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make aloo tikki in an air fryer?
A: Mix spiced mashed potato (and peas), shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 12–14 minutes.
Q: What holds them together?
A: A little cornflour or breadcrumb in fairly dry mash.
The method
Mash boiled potato (fairly dry) with peas, ginger, chilli, cumin, coriander and garam masala, binding with a little cornflour. Shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry until crisp and golden, turning once. Serve with tamarind or mint chutney.
The recipe
Air Fryer Aloo Tikki
Ingredients
- 500g boiled potato
- Peas, ginger, chilli
- Cumin, coriander, garam masala
- 2 tbsp cornflour, oil spray
Method
- Mash potato with spices and peas.
- Bind with cornflour; shape into patties.
- Spray with oil; single layer.
- Air fry at 190°C for 12–14 minutes.
Tips
- Dry mash holds together best.
- Spray with oil for a golden crust.
- Serve with chutney — tamarind or mint.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make aloo tikki in an air fryer?
Mash boiled potato with peas and spices, bind with cornflour, shape into patties, spray with oil, and air fry at 190°C for 12–14 minutes until crisp and golden.
How do you stop aloo tikki falling apart?
Use fairly dry mash, bind it with a little cornflour or breadcrumb, and don't flip them until the first side has set and crisped.
What do you serve with aloo tikki?
Tamarind or mint chutney, yoghurt, or build them into a chaat with chickpeas and spices.