Crispy Potato Patties with Yogurt & Chutney
Golden-fried potato and paneer patties topped with cooling yogurt, tangy tamarind chutney, and fresh cilantro. A viral-worthy Indian street-food dinner that's crunchy outside, fluffy inside, ready in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 3 whole potatoes, medium
- ½ cup paneer, crumbled
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 whole green chili, minced
- ¾ cup plain yogurt
- ⅓ cup tamarind chutney
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil
Instructions
- 1
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 12 minutes. Drain, cool slightly, then peel and mash.
- 2
Mix mashed potatoes with crumbled paneer, flour, minced green chili, and a pinch of salt until combined.
- 3
Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and gently pat into thick patties about 2 inches wide.
- 4
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers. Slide patties in and fry 3–4 minutes per side until edges turn golden brown.
- 5
Arrange patties on a plate. Top each with a dollop of yogurt, drizzle of tamarind chutney, and a pinch of cilantro.
- 6
Serve immediately while patties are still warm and crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot
- 12-inch skillet or frying pan
- wooden spoon or spatula
- bowl for mixing
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