McAloo Tikki Burger - mcdonald's style recipe

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes (peeled, boiled until tender, then mashed)
• 1/2 cup Green Peas (frozen, thawed)
• 1/4 cup Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint Leaves (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger‑Garlic Paste (store‑bought or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1/2 teaspoon Chaat Masala
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Salt (Kala Namak) (adds authentic tang)
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Powder
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Rice Flour (helps bind and keep tikkis crisp)
• 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (fine, for coating)
• 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil (for shallow frying)
• 4 pieces Burger Buns (soft, sesame‑seeded if possible)
• 4 large Lettuce Leaves (washed and dried)
• 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (optional, can mix with mint‑coriander chutney)

Instructions

1. Boil Potatoes

   Place peeled potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, add a pinch of salt and boil until fork‑tender, about 15‑20 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

2. Mash and Mix Base

   Drain potatoes, return to pot, mash until smooth. Add boiled peas, chopped onion, coriander, mint, ginger‑garlic paste, lemon juice, and all spices. Mix thoroughly.

   Time: PT10M

3. Bind the Mixture

   Stir in rice flour and 2 tbsp water if mixture feels dry; it should hold together when pressed.

   Time: PT5M

4. Shape Tikkis

   Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a flat patty about 1‑cm thick.

   Time: PT10M

5. Coat with Breadcrumbs

   Lightly press each patty into breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.

   Time: PT5M

6. Fry Tikkis

   Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat (about 350°F). Fry each patty 3‑4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Toast Buns

   Slice burger buns, lightly butter the cut sides, and toast in the same skillet for 30 seconds until lightly browned.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

8. Assemble Burgers

   Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise (or mint‑coriander chutney) on the bottom bun, place lettuce, a hot aloo tikki, tomato slice, and top bun.

   Time: PT5M

9. Serve

   Plate the burgers, optionally with ketchup or tamarind sauce on the side, and enjoy while hot.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g