India4u – News, Entertainment , Bollywood, Travel, Beauty, Fashion, Trends & More

Sindhi Aloo Tuk

---the crispy, tangy, and spicy fried potato delicacy that’s a star of Sindhi cuisine πŸ₯”βœ¨

Aloo Tuk

πŸ§‚ Ingredients

  • Medium-sized potatoes – 4

  • Salt – to taste

  • Red chili powder – Β½ tsp

  • Amchur (dry mango powder) – Β½ tsp

  • Turmeric – ΒΌ tsp

  • Cumin powder – Β½ tsp

  • Coriander powder – Β½ tsp

  • Black salt – a pinch (optional)

  • Fresh coriander – for garnish

  • Oil – for deep frying

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Preparation Steps

1. Slice and Soak

  • Peel and cut potatoes into thick round slices (about Β½ inch thick).

  • Soak in salted water for 15 minutes to remove excess starch.

  • Pat dry completely with a kitchen towel.


2. First Fry (to cook through)

  • Heat oil on medium flame.

  • Add potato slices and fry till tender but not brown β€” about 5–6 minutes.

  • Remove and place on paper towels to cool slightly.


3. Flatten

  • Once slightly cooled, lightly press each slice with the back of a flat spoon or bowl to flatten them (don’t break them).


4. Second Fry (to make crispy)

  • Reheat oil on high flame.

  • Fry the flattened potatoes again till golden brown and crisp.

  • Drain excess oil on tissue paper.


5. Seasoning

  • While still hot, sprinkle:

    • Salt

    • Red chili powder

    • Amchur

    • Cumin powder

    • Coriander powder

    • (and optionally, black salt for zing)

  • Toss gently so the spices coat evenly.


6. Garnish and Serve

  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. 🌿

  • Serve hot with:

    • Green chutney,

    • Tamarind chutney, or

    • As a side dish with Sindhi Kadhi or Dal Chawal.


πŸ’‘ Tips for Perfect Aloo Tuk

  • The double-frying method gives the signature crisp outside and soft inside.

  • Do not skip flattening β€” it increases surface area and crunch.

  • For extra flavor, drizzle lemon juice before serving.

  • To make it healthier, you can air-fry or bake with a light brush of oil.