ALOO KOFTA (FRIED POTATO BALLS)

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Aloo Kofta (Fried Potato Balls) image

Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     dinner, lunch, appetizer, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 16 small balls (4 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium potatoes, peeled (to yield 2 cups cooked and mashed)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus 3 cups or as needed for deep frying
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded Thai bird chili, optional
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, optional
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan, and add cold water to cover by an inch. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and mash with a fork.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, combine 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, garlic, chili, and chili flakes. Sauté until ginger and garlic are golden brown. Add mashed potatoes, turmeric, cornstarch, lemon juice and cilantro. Reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt to taste.
  • Remove potatoes from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil to a deep fryer or wok to 350 degrees.
  • Make 16 balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, from the potato mixture. Working in batches if necessary, fry balls until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 324 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Siobhan Yadon
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I'm surprised this recipe has so many good reviews.


Mr Jahid
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Do not waste your time with this recipe.


Anthony Grayless
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Worst aloo kofta I've ever had.


Minarul Rahman
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Jadejamahesh
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but these were a disaster.


Sumanasiri Epage
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I followed the recipe exactly and they still didn't turn out right.


Joseph Kyoko
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Not as good as I hoped.


Hirut Abayneh
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A bit too spicy for me, but still good.


Emily Thacker
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Easy to make and delicious.


Hyellamumulanti Magaji
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Perfect for a party.


Zoumara Suber
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Fahme elverboo12
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5 stars!


RAY MAX
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Delicious!


Samantha Ramirez
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Aloo kofta is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe is the best I've tried so far.


Lily'ana Nelson
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These aloo kofta were so good! I used a different type of potato than the recipe called for, but they still turned out great.


Brian Bleau
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed these aloo kofta. They're a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Rosemary Amir
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The aloo kofta were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I'll try using less chili powder next time.


Nickolaus Brown
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I've never made aloo kofta before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


Raiah Winchester
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These aloo kofta were a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the crispy exterior and the soft, flavorful interior.