Aloo Tikki (Indian Potato Cakes)

Ingredients

• 500g potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp chilli powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• Spray oil for baking

Method

1. 1Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. 2Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and mash until smooth.
3. 3Add the coriander, green chilli, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, chilli powder, salt, and cornflour to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly.
4. 4Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a flat round patty, about 2cm thick.
5. 5Place the tikkis on the prepared baking tray and lightly spray with oil.
6. 6Bake for 12 minutes, then carefully flip and spray the other side with oil.
7. 7Bake for another 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy on both sides.
8. 8Serve hot with mint chutney or low-fat natural yogurt.