Homemade McDonald India’s McAloo Tikki Burger

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse potatoes and scrub any dirt off.

Step 2

In a pot or saucepan, add enough water to fit the potatoes. Bring the water up to a boil and season with salt

Step 3

Add the potatoes and lower heat to medium. Boil potatoes uncovered for 15- 30 minutes, depending on the size of your potatoes.

Step 4

To check if the potatoes are cooked, insert a fork or knife through the thickest part of the potato. If it inserts easily, the potatoes are cooked.

Step 5

Thoroughly rinse potatoes and scrub any dirt off.

Step 6

Insert trivet in the Instant Pot and place potatoes on trivet

Step 7

Pour between 1/4 to 1/3 cups of water over potatoes.

Step 8

Close lid and ensure Instant Pot is in Sealing Mode.

Step 9

Select Steam setting and cook for 12 minutes, let pressure release naturally.

Step 10

Try inserting a fork or knife to ensure the centre of the potatoes are cooked.

Step 11

Peel the potatoes and add to a large bowl. Then add turmeric, chili powder, ground coriander, salt, carrots, peas and rice flour. Mash and mix well, to ensure that there are no big lumps and everything is well combined. Set this mixture aside until the potatoes cool down.

Step 12

Once the potatoes have cooled down, divide the mixture to 8 equal portions. Working with one portion at a time, roll it into a bowl and gently pat down to a patty, and smooth out the sides with the curve of your index finger. Repeat with remaining portions.

Step 13

Put the all purpose flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate plates.

Step 14

Whisk the eggs and mix chopped cilantro in the Panko breadcrumbs. Season the flour with salt and pepper.

Step 15

Dredge the patties in the flour, then in the eggs, and then in the breadcrumbs, ensuring to shake off the excess throughout. Adding gentle pressure on the patties while covering with breadcrumbs helps create the ultimate crispy crust.

Step 16

Place the coated patties on a baking tray lined with parchment paper as the oil heats up.

Step 17

In a pan, heat about 1/2 cup of oil on medium heat and fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Step 18

Slice the buns in half and toast the buns. Apply 1 Tbsp of mayonnaise on each half. Starting with the bottom bun, add lettuce, tomato, crispy potato patty, sliced onions and then the top bun.

Step 19

Serve with a light salad or Oven Baked Homemade Crispy French Fries