Key Characteristics: Aloo Bhujia

Aloo Bhujia is a popular Indian snack made from gram flour (besan) and mashed potatoes (aloo), seasoned with a variety of spices and deep-fried into thin, crispy strands. It's part of the namkeen (savory snacks) category and is widely enjoyed across India and in Indian communities around the world.

Key Characteristics:

Crispy texture: Thanks to deep frying.

Spicy and tangy flavor: Often includes ingredients like chili powder, black salt, amchur (dry mango powder), and ajwain (carom seeds).

Bright yellow color: Often from turmeric and besan.

Ingredients Typically Include:

Boiled and mashed potatoes

Gram flour (besan)

Salt, red chili powder, turmeric

Asafoetida (hing)

Carom seeds (ajwain)

Oil (for frying)

How It's Made:

Mix mashed potatoes with gram flour and spices to form a dough.

Press the dough through a sev maker or a noodle press with fine holes.

Fry the strands in hot oil until golden and crispy.

Cool and store in an airtight container.

Common Uses:

Snack on its own

Topping for chaat (like bhel puri or sev puri)

Side dish with tea

Garnish on salads or yogurt dishes for added crunch

Brands like Haldiram’s and Bikaji are famous for their packaged versions of aloo bhujia.

Would you like a simple homemade recipe, or are you curious about popular brands that sell it?