Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

Potato

boiled, peeled, mashed

1 tsp

Red Chili Powder

4 unit

Tomato

cored, pulp removed

1 tsp

Black Salt

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

1 tsp

Black Pepper Powder

2 tbsp

Tomato Ketchup

1 tbsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Garam Masala Powder

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

3 unit

Green Chili

chopped

0.25 cup

Coriander

chopped

0.5 cup

Puffed Rice

2 tbsp

Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Boil potatoes in a pressure cooker with water and salt until 3 whistles.

Step 2
~3 min

Peel and mash the potatoes.

Step 3
~3 min

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cumin powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, black pepper, and black salt.

Step 4
~3 min

Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the pulp.

Step 5
~3 min

Fill the tomatoes with the potato mixture.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 7
~3 min

Place the stuffed tomatoes on the pan with the stuffed side down.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes until the tomato is soft.

Step 9
~3 min

Grind the cooked tomatoes into a paste.

Step 10
~3 min

Heat some more oil in a pan.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the tomato paste, salt, sugar, and tomato ketchup.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook for 10-12 minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour the mixture into a bowl.

Step 14
~3 min

Garnish with chopped onions, green chilies, coriander, and puffed rice or salted snacks.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices according to your taste.

Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The potato filling can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a snack or appetizer.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Samosa
Pakora

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Uttar Pradesh, India

Cultural Significance

A popular street food in Varanasi.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Snack
Party
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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