Suji Aloo Ka Sandwich | Suji Ka Nashta
A crispy and wholesome Indian breakfast or snack, Suji Aloo Ka Sandwich is a unique twist on a classic sandwich, made with semolina (suji) and mashed potatoes (aloo). The outer layer is crafted from a suji-based batter, which turns golden and crispy when cooked, while the inside is filled with a flavorful spiced potato mixture. This dish is light, crunchy, and packed with Indian spices, making it a perfect choice for a quick breakfast or tea-time snack. Best served hot with mint chutney or ketchup for a deliciously satisfying bite.
Ingredients
For Batter
- Semolina (सूजी) – 1 cup
- Curd (दही) – ½ cup
- Salt (नमक) – ¾ tsp approx.
- Water (पानी) – 1 cup
- Oil (तेल) – 2 tbsp
- Asafoetida (हींग) – ½ tsp
- Mustard seeds (सरसों दाना) – 1 tsp
- Ginger, chopped (अदरक) – 2 tsp
- Curry leaves (कड़ी पत्ता) – a sprig
- Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) – handful
- Baking soda (मीठा सोडा) – ½ tsp
- Oil (तेल) – for cooking
For Stuffing
- Oil (तेल) – 3 tbsp
- Dry red chilli (सूखी लाल मिर्च) – 2 nos
- Mustard seeds (सरसों दाना) – 1 tsp
- Urad dal (उड़द dal) – 1 tsp
- Chana dal (चना दाल) – 2 tsp
- Cumin (जीरा) – 1 tsp
- Green Chilli, chopped (हरि मिर्च) – 2 nos
- Ginger, chopped (अदरक) – 1 tsp
- Curry leaves (कड़ी पत्ता) – a sprig
- Onion, small (प्याज़) – 1 no
- Turmeric (हल्दी) – ½ tsp
- Potato, boiled & mashed (उबला आलू) – 1½ cups
- Salt (नमक)- to taste
- Coriander, chopped (ताज़ा धनिया) – handful
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, curd, and salt. Mix well. Gradually add water to make a smooth batter. Set aside. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add asafoetida, chopped ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute. Pour this tempering over the prepared semolina batter. Also, add chopped coriander and mix well. Finally, add baking soda and mix gently. Set aside.
- For the potato filling, heat oil in a pan. Add dry red chillies, mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and cumin seeds. Sauté until the dals turn golden brown. Add chopped green chillies, ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.Add finely chopped onion and cook until translucent. Add turmeric powder and mix well. Add boiled and mashed potatoes, salt to taste, and chopped coriander. Mix until well combined. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Heat a tawa (griddle) over medium heat and grease it with oil. Pour a ladleful of the prepared semolina batter onto the tawa and spread it evenly to form a thick circle. Allow it to cook for a minute. Place a portion of the prepared stuffing in the center of the semolina circle. Pour another ladleful of the semolina batter on top of the stuffing, covering it completely. Cook until the bottom side turns golden brown and crispy. Flip the sandwich carefully and cook the other side until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with your favorite chutney!
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