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31st January 2012

Ragda Patties – Street Food from Mumbai

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This street food belongs to Mumbai and is very typically made . Ragda Patties has been one among my favourite street food.. and I cannot accept much alterations to the version served by the shop keeper where I have hogged for 10 years in my life. This post is very dear to me .. and I m bringing you the flavours straight from heart.

Flavors in this chat got to be very clear right from the patties(Potato cakes) to ragda ( dried white peas curry) to the green chutney &  red chutney. And from the garnishing.. Concoction together, make a perfect Ragda Pattices.
Chat’s are something I can have when offered on anyday anytime..  Checkout my space for other chats like Dahi Puri , Sev Puri , Kala Chana Chat. Aloo Tikki recipe is mentioned below and also two other variation recipes .

PS: In this picture the ragda looks a bit dry. Its only for the shot.The content has to be flowy and hot.
Ingredients For Patties / Potato Cake :

Potato 1 kg
Salt To Taste
Chilli Powder 1 .5 Tsp.
You can increase to suit the spice
Corn flour 3-4 Tblspn
Oil For shallow frying

Direction:

  • Pressure cook the potatoes . Once boiled well , peel the skin and mash them when hot. This will help us to get a smooth texture to the patties( cake) . Add in salt & chilli powder ,corn flour and give it a good mix.
  • If the potato variety seems a bit gooey , add some potato mash powder  . This will help in binding the potatoes well.
  • Prepare a large non stick tava . Make round tikki’s by rolling the potato dough,place them immediately onto the hot tava. Drizzle few drops of oil around the tikki’s . Once they slightly turn brown on one side, turn them around . Drain them onto the kitchen towel to absorb all the oil.
  • Repeat this process with the rest of the tikki’s.  I did them in a batch of four. I have also tried deep frying .
  • If you are looking for a variation in preparing your aloo tikki’s  you can check the other two versions in my blog .

Aloo Tikki – V2
Aloo Tikki

Ingredients for Ragda /Dried White Peas curry:

Dried White Peas 500gm
Onion 1.5 nos
Curry Leaves A spring
Green chillies 3-4
Cinnamon Powder 1/2 tsp.
Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp.
Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp.
Turmeric 1 Tsp
Lemon Wedge 2 small pieces

Direction:

  • Soak the peas over night ,at least for 8 hours in sufficient water with turmeric powder and lemon wedges. Pressure cook until they are well cooked ( or slightly mushy). They shouldn’t remain hard. .
  • Heat oil in a pan , drop in mustard seeds , cumin seeds . Once they splutter , add the finely chopped onions and curry leaves. Fry until they slightly discolour .Don’t forget to add a pinch of salt at this stage .This will quicken the process.
  • Add the cooked ragda along with any stock remaining in it to the fried onions. Else add sufficient hot water and give them a good stir. Sprinkle cinnamon powder and desired salt .
  • When the ragda begins to thicken , add more water if required and let it be in slightly flowy consistency. Turn off the gas and garnish with chopped green chillies.

NOTES:

  • The ragda needs to be piping hot while preparing the platter. The “ ssss “ … “ ss “ sound is often heard because of the heat and a combination of chutney’s with heat..
  • For variations ,people often use ginger –garlic or just ginger , some potatoes to it . Its entirely one’s choice.
  • But on using G-G in ragda , they leave a strong flavour to it. Why potatoes again ? When Patties are Potato cakes.

 



Preparing the Ragda Patties Platter:
Ingredients:

Pattice ( Potato Cakes) 2 Nos
Ragda 2-3 Big Ladle
Imli Kajur Chutney 2 –3 Tsp
Green Chutney 2-3 Tsp
Cumin Powder 1 pinch
Red Chilli Powder 1 pinch
Puri’s( Pani Puri)  or Sev 2-3 Nos broken  or drizzle some sev
Coriander leaves for garnishing

Directions:
Lay 2 patties on to a plate. Pour over hot ragda covering the patties .Drizzle alternate of sweet and green chutney. Place 2 crushed puri’s on the top , sprinkle the powders and finally some chopped coriander. Serve hot right away.

ragda patties recipe image

Ragda Patties – Street Food from Mumbai

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Author: Sandhya Hariharan

Ingredients

Ingredients For Patties / Potato Cake :

  • Potato 1 kg
  • Salt To Taste
  • Chilli Powder 1.5 Tsp. You can increase to suit the spice
  • Corn flour 3-4 Tblspn
  • Oil For shallow frying

Ingredients for Ragda /Dried White Peas curry:

  • Dried White Peas 500gm
  • Onion 1.5 nos
  • Curry Leaves A spring
  • Green chillies 3-4
  • Cinnamon Powder 1/2 tsp.
  • Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp.
  • Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp.
  • Turmeric 1 Tsp
  • Lemon Wedge 2 small pieces

Ingredients for Ragda Patties Platter:

  • Pattice Potato Cakes 2 Nos
  • Ragda 2-3 Big Ladle
  • Imli Kajur Chutney 2 –3 Tsp
  • Green Chutney 2-3 Tsp
  • Cumin Powder 1 pinch
  • Red Chilli Powder 1 pinch
  • Puri’s Pani Puri or Sev 2-3 Nos broken or drizzle some sev
  • coriander leaves

Instructions

Direction for Patties / Potato Cake:

  • Pressure cook the potatoes . Once boiled well , peel the skin and mash them when hot. This will help us to get a smooth texture to the patties( cake) . Add in salt & chilli powder ,corn flour and give it a good mix.
  • If the potato variety seems a bit gooey , add some potato mash powder . This will help in binding the potatoes well.
  • Prepare a large non stick tava . Make round tikki’s by rolling the potato dough,place them immediately onto the hot tava. Drizzle few drops of oil around the tikki’s . Once they slightly turn brown on one side, turn them around . Drain them onto the kitchen towel to absorb all the oil.
  • Repeat this process with the rest of the tikki’s. I did them in a batch of four. I have also tried deep frying .
  • If you are looking for a variation in preparing your aloo tikki’s you can check the other two versions in my blog .

Direction for Ragda /Dried White Peas curry::

  • Soak the peas over night ,at least for 8 hours in sufficient water with turmeric powder and lemon wedges. Pressure cook until they are well cooked ( or slightly mushy). They shouldn't remain hard. .
  • Heat oil in a pan , drop in mustard seeds , cumin seeds . Once they splutter , add the finely chopped onions and curry leaves. Fry until they slightly discolour .Don't forget to add a pinch of salt at this stage .This will quicken the process.
  • Add the cooked ragda along with any stock remaining in it to the fried onions. Else add sufficient hot water and give them a good stir. Sprinkle cinnamon powder and desired salt .
  • When the ragda begins to thicken , add more water if required and let it be in slightly flowy consistency. Turn off the gas and garnish with chopped green chillies.

Direction for Ragda Patties Platter

  • Lay 2 patties on to a plate.
  • Pour over hot ragda covering the patties .Drizzle alternate of sweet and green chutney.
  • Place 2 crushed puri’s on the top , sprinkle the powders and finally some chopped coriander.
  • Serve hot right away.

Notes

The ragda needs to be piping hot while preparing the platter. The “ ssss “ … “ ss “ sound is often heard because of the heat and a combination of chutney’s with heat..
For variations ,people often use ginger –garlic or just ginger , some potatoes to it . Its entirely one’s choice.
But on using G-G in ragda , they leave a strong flavour to it. Why potatoes again ? When Patties are Potato cakes.
Tried this recipe?Mention @Sandhyaskitchen and Hashtag #sandhyaskitchen!

Filed Under: Appetizers & Snacks, Indian Street Food

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  1. jeyashrisuresh says

    31st January 2012 at 2:33 pm

    One of my fav chat. nicely done sandhya

    Reply
  2. Suja Manoj says

    31st January 2012 at 3:04 pm

    This looks so tempting,drooling
    Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  3. kitchen queen says

    31st January 2012 at 3:56 pm

    lovely presentation

    Reply
  4. Ushnish Ghosh says

    31st January 2012 at 4:47 pm

    Dear sandhya
    Very nice presentation . I like it.

    Reply
  5. Preethi Sriram says

    31st January 2012 at 5:42 pm

    hey dear…. really mouthwatering dish… bookmarked to try this …. will post you my update after trying this 🙂

    do visit and follow my blog and post your valuable comments….
    http://preethisculinary.blogspot.com
    and
    http://yenkaivannam.blogspot.com

    Reply
  6. Sayali says

    31st January 2012 at 6:07 pm

    Amazing snaps..who does not love ragada pattice…It takes a lot oftimeto prepare it but takes no time finish it up 🙂

    Reply
  7. Az says

    31st January 2012 at 7:55 pm

    My all time favorite!! Love your clicks..

    Reply
  8. Rookie Qookie says

    31st January 2012 at 8:07 pm

    Aah Street food is always enticing 🙂

    Reply
  9. Priya says

    31st January 2012 at 8:34 pm

    Super tempting patties,looks absolutely divine and inviting..

    Reply
  10. divya says

    31st January 2012 at 8:43 pm

    wow..such a tempting snack..mouthwatering..

    Reply
  11. Kumudha says

    31st January 2012 at 9:01 pm

    Love these…

    Thank you so much for sharing so many plant-based recipes…

    Reply
  12. Sowmya says

    1st February 2012 at 12:34 am

    Lovely presentation n awesome clicks..very inviting!

    Reply
  13. Sobha Shyam says

    1st February 2012 at 3:38 am

    wonderful and delicious one..lovely clicks..

    Reply
  14. Rekha shoban says

    1st February 2012 at 4:07 am

    delicious…nice click!

    Reply
  15. Reshmi Mahesh says

    1st February 2012 at 4:58 am

    Delicious patties…Love them and clicks are beautiful…

    Reply
  16. Kalpana Sareesh says

    1st February 2012 at 6:35 am

    awesome clicks.. n so yumm ragda and patties

    Reply
  17. arfi binsted says

    1st February 2012 at 9:36 am

    Those chopped chilies look hot already!

    Hi Sandhya. Just to answer your question about lighting set up, I'll try my best to write a post about it. The thing is I am still in the process of writing a second book on food photography about food photography lighting (the deadline is in June!!), so I have to work on different photos for the blog post, and that takes time. Thank you for visiting me and hopefully we can stay in touch.

    X
    ab

    Reply
  18. Sushma Mallya says

    1st February 2012 at 11:30 am

    Beautifully presented Sandhya…looks so mouthwaering…yum!

    Reply
  19. Shanthi says

    1st February 2012 at 11:40 am

    Sure it would have tasted awesome and luv the presentation

    Reply
  20. Sharmilee! :) says

    1st February 2012 at 1:52 pm

    Looks so tempting…craving for it now looking at ur wonderful clicks

    Reply
  21. Priya Yallapantula says

    1st February 2012 at 7:12 pm

    They look superb !!! and what a wonderful tempting presentation.

    Reply
  22. Vardhini says

    3rd February 2012 at 12:31 am

    Yummy and awesome clicks .. love the pot Sandhya.

    Vardhini
    Event: Sweet Luv
    Event: Strawberries

    Reply
  23. Deeps @ Naughty Curry says

    3rd February 2012 at 7:35 am

    beautiful beautiful clicks, makes me wanna grab a plate right off the creen… looks amazing 🙂

    Reply
  24. kankana says

    17th February 2012 at 7:48 pm

    Street food is always tempting more than anything else 🙂

    Reply
  25. Charu Srivastava says

    29th February 2012 at 11:16 am

    simply delctable…first time here…following u now…visit my space when free
    http://srivastavacharu.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  26. Turmeric n Spice says

    6th March 2012 at 2:17 am

    what a beautiful kitchen you have here. just love it !! first time here and i love the space …..looking fwd to more

    Reply
  27. dassana says

    25th April 2012 at 12:51 pm

    hi sandhya

    was going through the archives and i found a comment by you on my blog.

    usually i comment back. but don't know why i did not leave a comment back on your blog. i had the most hectic time in the last three months of 2011. yet i would try my best to blog and also comment.

    i missed your lovely space for so long… all coz i was too much loaded those days.

    the pics of the ragda patties are fab. one of my fav mumbai street food. when i make the ragda i usually make it simple.

    Reply
  28. Anonymous says

    25th May 2012 at 8:46 pm

    The pictures look motivating to try the recipe !!!!!!!!

    Reply
  29. anushruti says

    18th June 2012 at 12:25 pm

    This looks sumptuous…one of my favourites!

    Reply
  30. frank lucas says

    31st July 2012 at 3:47 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds like a real winner to me! I would love to try some Ragda Patties.

    Reply
  31. Megha Sharma says

    2nd October 2012 at 5:17 am

    Your recipe is very delicious.Thanx

    Reply
  32. Megha Sharma says

    2nd October 2012 at 5:18 am

    Your recipe is very delicious.Thanx

    Reply
  33. Shweta in the Kitchen says

    9th October 2012 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Sandhya, came across your beautiful blog while reading a fellow bloggers blog. Thoroughly impressive space must say!! Happy to follow you.

    Being a Mumbaite at heart Ragda pattice is very dear & close to my heart too…you have inspired me to create it at home.

    Reply
  34. Samantha says

    2nd November 2012 at 12:20 pm

    Superrrrrrr………recipe

    Reply
  35. Caroline says

    2nd November 2012 at 12:50 pm

    wow patties looks so yummm… always love street food…

    Reply
  36. Alkhaleejion Riyadh Kitchens says

    1st April 2014 at 5:43 am

    I am a big fan of street food and when ever I see any thing related to patties, I just fall in love with it. Recipe is now in my cook book and will give it a try next evening and off course will share my experience, tough it looks simple but I would tweak it with different spices.

    Reply
  37. muba rak says

    10th July 2015 at 10:30 am

    Looks spicy and tempting.. ! wanna keep those in my catering services in chennai

    Reply

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