Air Fryer Aloo Tikki

Name: Air Fryer Aloo Tikki
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 39 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: potatoes; spices; coriander; breadcrumbs

Aloo tikki is the potato patty behind countless chaat plates. Parboiled potato, warm spices and a dry coat crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.

39 min total
380°F / 193°C
4 servings
25 min prep

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Dry potatoes

Steam off moisture after boiling or the tikki stay soft and pale.

Air Fryer Aloo Tikki

Prep 25 min · Cook 14 min · Total 39 min · 4 servings

Air Fryer380°F / 193°C

Basket time12 min

Flip / shakeat 6 min

Tested onCosori 5.8 qt, 1700W

Step-by-step instructions

Follow each step in order. Photos show what to look for so the basket finish matches the plate.

Shape

Mix and coat
Mix potato with spices, cilantro and salt. Shape into patties; press into breadcrumbs. Mist with oil.
A dry outer coat is what browns. Semolina gives extra crunch.
Shaped aloo tikki patties

Cook

Air fry
Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 11-13 minutes, flipping at 6, until both sides are browned and crisp.
Do not flip too early or they tear.
Aloo tikki in the air fryer
Finished aloo tikki