Chatpate Aloo
by Tarla Dalal
Chatpate Aloo is Punjab's version of the ever popular potato wedges. Crisp, deep-fried potato fingers are tossed with peppy spice powders, crunchy capsicum and finally with sesame seeds, which gives the Chatpate Aloo the ultimate aroma and flavour boost! Of the myriad flavours and textures that comprise this snack, the tanginess of amchur powder and the crispness of sesame seeds are especially enjoyable. Peel and cut the potatoes into medium-sized fingers, because cutting them too thin will cause them to break while cooking, while cutting it too thick will increase the cooking time unreasonably.
Chatpate Aloo recipe - How to make Chatpate Aloo
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 3 servings
3 cups potato fingers
oil for deep-frying
1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera) powder
1 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
salt to taste
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tbsp oil
3/4 cup sliced capsicum (red , yellow and green)
2 tsp roasted sesame seeds (til)
- Method
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stick kadhai and deep-fry half the potato fingers on a medium flame till they turn crisp and golden brown in colour from all the sides. Drain on an absorbent paper.
- In the same way, deep-fry the remaining potato fingers, drain on absorobent paper and keep aside.
- Transfer all the deep-fried potato fingers into a deep bowl, add the coriander powder, cumin seeds powder, chilli powder, dried mango powder, asafoetida, salt and coriander and toss well. Keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a broad non-stick pan, add the capsicum and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the masala coated potatoes, toss gently and cook on a medium flame for another 2 minutes, while tossing ocassionally.
- Switch off the flame, add the sesame seeds and toss gently.
- Serve immediately.
Chatpate Aloo Video by Tarla Dalal
| Energy | 163 cal |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Fat | 5.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 261.8 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 37.8 mg |
| Folic Acid | 18.7 mcg |
| Calcium | 35.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.7 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 13.3 mg |
| Potassium | 276.8 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
Oh wow!! Aloo deep fried and tossed with capsicum and masalas is bound to taste good. Was really yummy. And the addition of sesame seeds in the end is a very good idea, it not only gives a good eye appeal but also tastes great.
Its delicious! Chatpate aloo is easy to make even in large quantities and everybody loves it!! The tadka gives it its edge! a big hit, thanks!