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Trinidad Aloo Pie
A popular street food, Aloo Pie consists of spiced, mashed potato filling encased in a crispy fried dough. It's often served with a variety of chutneys and pepper sauce.
🧂 Ingredientes
- 2 lbs Potatoes(peeled and boiled until tender)
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 1/2 small Scotch bonnet pepper(finely minced, seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Ginger(grated)
- 2 stalks Green onion(finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup Water(approximately, for dough)
- 3 cups Vegetable oil(for frying)
👨🍳 Instrucciones
- 1
Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Set aside.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with turmeric, cumin, garam masala, minced scotch bonnet, garlic, ginger, green onion, and salt. Mix well to form the filling.
- 3
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt for the dough.
- 4
Gradually add water to the flour mixture, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- 5
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a small disc.
- 6
Place a generous spoonful of the potato filling in the center of each dough disc. Carefully fold the dough over the filling, sealing the edges completely to form a pie shape. Ensure there are no gaps.
- 7
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Carefully place the aloo pies into the hot oil, a few at a time, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Remove the fried aloo pies with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
💡 Consejos de Profesional
- ✓Ensure the potato filling is well-seasoned, as it's the heart of the flavor.
- ✓Seal the dough edges very well to prevent the filling from leaking out during frying.
- ✓Adjust the amount of scotch bonnet pepper according to your spice preference.
- ✓Serve hot with your favorite chutneys (like tamarind or mango) and pepper sauce.
✨ Ideas de "Twist"
Inspiración para tu propia versión de esta receta
- Add a pinch of curry powder to the potato filling for an extra layer of flavor.
- Some recipes include finely chopped cilantro in the filling.