If you prefer something crunchy and tasty with your evening tea, Aloo Chop is an excellent choice. Instead of buying ready-made snacks from stores, you can easily prepare them at home. The presented recipe will help you create delicious Aloo Chops.
An Alternative to Traditional Snacks
If you are tired of eating samosas and kachoris every day, Aloo Chop can be a wonderful alternative. In Eastern India, especially in West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand, this dish is known as 'Aloo Chop', while in other parts of the country it is called 'Aloo Bonda'. This snack, which is very crispy on the outside and filled with a spicy potato filling inside, is liked by everyone, from children to adults.
Ease of Preparation
The advantage of this dish is that it does not require much time or effort to prepare. Below is a guide on how to make crispy and tasty Aloo Chops comparable to store-bought ones, and what ingredients are needed for this.
Required Ingredients
For preparation, you will need: 2 large boiled potatoes, 100 grams of besan, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 3 teaspoons of ginger and garlic paste, 1 finely chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 finely chopped green chilies, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 2 tablespoons of chopped green coriander, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala, vegetable oil as needed, and salt to taste.
Step-by-Step Cooking Process
To begin, peel the boiled potatoes and mash them thoroughly in a large bowl. Then, heat some oil in a pan. When the oil is hot, fry the finely chopped onion until golden brown. After that, add the ginger and garlic paste, turmeric, red chili, and garam masala, frying everything for one to two minutes. Next, mix in the finely chopped green chilies and coriander, then add the mashed potatoes and mix well, simmering the mixture for another 2-3 minutes. After that, turn off the stove and let the mixture cool.
Dough Preparation and Frying
In another bowl, mix the besan, cornstarch, and baking soda. Gradually add water to make a thick batter, ensuring it is neither too runny nor too thick. Then, form small balls from the potato mixture. Dip each ball into the besan batter. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the balls over medium heat until golden and crispy on both sides. The finished Aloo Chops are placed on a plate and served hot with green chutney or tomato sauce.
