How to Make Easy and Delicious Aloo (aka potato) Pies! A Vegetarian Snack for Diwali!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is healthier.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry paste

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often more affordable and convenient.

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and mash in a bowl until smooth.

Mix flour, butter, and salt in a separate bowl until crumbly.

Gradually add water and knead into a soft dough.

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes covered with a damp cloth.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add green pepper, scallions, and curry powder; cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in mashed potatoes and chickpeas; season with salt and pepper, and cayenne to taste.

Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Divide dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry each pie until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Drain on paper towels before serving.

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