Mashed Potatoes Sandwich, made in an Indian style- an Aloo sandwich with crunchy red onions and basic spices. Team it with coriander chutney or tomato ketchup for a quick breakfast!
The Mashed Potato Sandwich, or the Indian Aloo Sandwich is made with creamy mashed potatoes leftover or freshly boiled and seasoned with spices like cumin, black pepper, red chili powder, and garam masala.
Since this is made in Indian style, it doesn't include any cream cheese or cheddar cheese. Feel Free to experiment with the cheese.
I had leftover boiled potatoes lying in the refrigerator and since my daughter loves potato sandwiches, I made these for her. Slices of bread stuffed with aloo masala and cooked over slow flame using iron tawa help you create a crusty golden brown sandwich.
A perfect easy breakfast or lunch box recipe for kids!
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Why Would You Love This Recipe?
- Easy Pantry Ingredients
- Simple Recipe for Comfort Food.
- Kids Friendly
- Can be made vegan
- The Best Spicy Potato Sandwich Recipe Ever!
Ingredients
- Bread Slices- Any good brand of bread works well. I have used atta bread from a local brand. You may use white bread or homemade bread too.
- Boiled Potatoes- I have used leftover boiled potatoes. If you are making this sandwich from scratch, you may boil potatoes in a pressure cooker. Boil for 2 whistles on full and cook on slow flame for about 5-8 min.
- Spices and Salt- I have used basic Indian spices- cumin seeds (can use cumin powder), Green chilies (adjust the heat), red chili powder, raw mango powder, or lemon juice.
- Red Onions- I love crunchy onions in any sandwich. You may add green onions and grated cheese too.
- Green Chutney as a dip.
- Butter- I have used salted butter from the Amul brand. Feel free to use unsalted butter.
How To Make Potato Sandwich
Step 1 Make Aloo Masala
In a large bowl, add boiled potatoes. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the potatoes. You may grate them too.
Add chopped onions, green chilies, and salt and spices. Mix well.
Step 2 Prepare Aloo Sandwich
On a single slice of bread, spread the potato mixture uniformly. Place another slice of bread on top of it.
Note: If you are a cheese fan, add grated mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, or cheese slice at this step and cook till it melts.
Place this sandwich on a hot iron tawa (season it with oil or butter). Apply butter to the sandwich. Flip it and cook from both sides. Let it cook on slow flame for a crispy texture. It takes about 2-3 minutes to cook one pair of sandwiches.
Step 3 Serve It.
The Potato Sandwich is ready. Serve it with Green chutney.
Expert Tips
- If you are using freshly boiled potatoes, it would be easy to mash them with a fork. For already boiled potatoes, take them out 15 min before making the sandwich.
- Make sure to season the iron tawa with ghee or oil for the perfect brown crispy sandwich.
- Wipe clean the tawa with a kitchen clothe or raw onion for the next sandwich.
Storage Suggestions
The leftover Aloo Masala (potato mixture) can be stored in an airtight container with lid (after it cools off) in the refrigerator for about 2 days.
The leftover sandwich can be stored at room temperature and be consumed the same day.
I don't recommend freezing the potato mixture as it would affect the texture.
Recipe FAQs
Gordon Ramsay's mashed potatoes often feature Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes mashed with generous amounts of butter and cream for richness and flavor, seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes garlic, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Mashed potatoes can be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation, but they're primarily a starchy side dish, so pairing them with protein and veggies creates a more balanced meal.
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Mashed Potato Sandwich- Indian Aloo Sandwich
Equipment
- 1 Large Bowl for mixing potatoes with spices
- 1 large pan or cast iron tawa
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium boiled potatoes
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- 2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice or amchur powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 16 slices bread
- 4 tablespoon butter
- salt as per taste
- 1 small green chilli chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add boiled potatoes. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the potatoes. You may grate them too. Add chopped onions, green chilies, and salt and spices. Mix well.
- On a single slice of bread, spread the potato mixture uniformly. Place another slice of bread on top of it.Note: If you are a cheese fan, add grated mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, or cheese slice at this step and cook till it melts.Place this sandwich on a hot iron tawa (season it with oil or butter). Apply butter to the sandwich. Flip it and cook from both sides. Let it cook on slow flame for a crispy texture. It takes about 2-3 minutes to cook one pair of sandwiches.
- The Potato Sandwich is ready. Serve it with Green chutney.
Notes
- If you are using freshly boiled potatoes, it would be easy to mash them with a fork. For already boiled potatoes, take them out 15 min before making the sandwich.
- Make sure to season the iron tawa with ghee or oil for the perfect brown crispy sandwich.
- Wipe clean the tawa with a kitchen clothe or raw onion for the next sandwich.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving size: 1 sandwich | |
| Servings: 8 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 219 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 5.8g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 3.2g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium 134mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.9g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 18% |
| Total Sugars 3.7g | |
| Protein 4.5g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 48mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 744mg | 16% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |
Anonymous says
is this a sandwich for someone unwell?
Deepti says
Not at all. But yes, this is a typical Indian-style Aloo Sandwich and is not loaded with cheese or mayonnaise like you might be used to watching on Insta or FB these days.