Assam-Style Aloo Pitika To Accompany Rice Or Paratha

By Krati Purwar

June 25, 2025

Aloo pitika is a versatile addition to a regular spread. You can pair it with plain rice, rice kanji, or parathas. It can be prepared in a jiffy if you have boiled potatoes in the refrigerator. Note the recipe to prepare a delicious meal in no time.

Ingredients

3 boiled potatoes 2 red chillies 1 tbsp mustard oil 1 sliced onion A pinch of hing 1 tbsp coriander leaves Salt to taste 1-2 chopped garlic cloves ½ tsp mustard seeds

Step 1

Heat mustard oil in a pan and add seeds to it.

Step 2

Once the seeds start crackling, add hing and red chillies.

Step 3

After 30 seconds, add onions and chopped garlic.

Step 4

When onions turn pink, turn off the heat.

Step 5

Spread the mixture on a plate and mash the potatoes.

Step 6

Add coriander leaves to the mixture and shape it into balls.