Name: Potato Recipes Special: ~Tale Aloo Ki Chaat~
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Easy
Ingredients: 300 gm Baby potatoes (For the chaat); for deep frying Oil; 1 medium Tomato (finely chopped) For the tossing; 1-2 Green chilli (finely chopped) (adjust to taste); 2-3 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves (finely chopped); 1½ tsp Chaat masala; ½ tsp Red chilli flakes; to taste Salt; 3-4 tbsp Pomegranate seeds (anaar dana) For garnishing; to serve Lemon wedge

Question 1

Q: What does 'tale' mean in tale aloo ki chaat?

Accepted Answer

'Tale' (also spelt 'tale') is a Hindi word meaning 'fried'. The name simply refers to the fact that the potatoes are fried before being dressed.

Question 2

Q: Can I use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use waxy or medium-starch potatoes, cut into small cubes or wedges of similar thickness. Baby potatoes work particularly well for this recipe.

Question 3

Q: Can I shallow-fry or air-fry the potatoes instead of deep-frying?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For shallow frying, use a cast-iron tawa or wide pan with 2-3 tablespoons of oil and cook on medium heat, turning frequently until golden all over.

Question 4

Q: When should I toss the potatoes – hot or cooled?

Accepted Answer

Tossing while the potatoes are still hot is essential: it warms the tomatoes, releases the aroma of the coriander and green chilli, and lets the chaat masala coat the potatoes evenly.