Aloo Frankie

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Aloo Frankie

Aloo Frankie is a wrap made with potato patty and salad. Mumbai is famous for many things and one such thing is the lip-smacking aloo frankie amongst some other wraps, rolls and frankies. Originally a simple man’s food to help get through the day, this quick and filling dish is an amazing snack for those on the run — spicy, tasty and so easy to make.

Easy-to-eat, loaded and ever-so-delightful, the aloo frankie is a perfect pick for those who are in a rush, as it is convenient and of course, yummy! Whenever we travel to Mumbai, it is always in our bucket list. This easy Indian frankie roll is one of the tastiest ways to enjoy Mumbai Street food. Aloo Kathi rolls are warm, layered wraps filled with aloo patty, onion salad and frankie masala. Whether you make it for a quick weeknight meal or a leisurely gathering, these kathi rolls are sure to be a hit!

I have had some of the best kathi rolls on the streets of Mumbai, often way past midnight. A popular post-party food, these rolls never failed to delight. The delectable aroma wafting through the small carts selling these in the by lanes still lingers in my mind even to this day. My love for these frankies, rolls and wraps has been passed on to my husband and children and it is often on our weekly menu.

Aloo Frankie is one of the most delicious and easy recipes to make at home. A treat for all those who love vegetarian food.

Ingredients

For The Dough
2 cups plain flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons yoghurt
½ cup milk
1 tablespoon oil

For The Frankie Masala
½ teaspoon black salt
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
1 teaspoon chaat masala
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon mango powder

For The Potato Patty
2 cups boiled grated potatoes
1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chilli powder
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 teaspoons frankie masala
1 teaspoon chaat masala

Other Ingredients
3-4 teaspoons butter/oil
Finely sliced onions

Directions

Step-1

In a bowl, add the plain flour, salt, yoghurt, milk and 2 tablespoons of water and knead it to form a smooth dough (Adjust the amount of water to knead a soft dough).

After that, add the oil and knead it for a couple of minutes. Cover and let it rest for half an hour.

Step-2

In a bowl, mix black salt, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder, mango powder and chaat powder to prepare frankie masala. Store the frankie masala in an airtight container.

Step-3

In a bowl add the grated potatoes, Kashmiri red chili powder, salt, red chilli powder, cumin powder, garam masala, frankie masala and chaat masala. Mix until everything is well combined. Taste to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.

Step-4

Take a spoonful of potato masala and roll it in 7-8 cylindrical log shape of about 4 inches.

Heat a tawa/flat pan and place the potato patty on the tawa. Spread some butter over the patty and pan fry it. When one side of the patty becomes golden and crispy, flip it over and fry the other side of the patty with some butter. Gently flip a couple of times till the aloo patty is evenly golden and crisp. Once they are ready drain them on paper towels to remove excess butter. Pan fry the rest of the patties with butter as needed and keep aside.

Step-5

Once the dough has rested for at least 30 minutes knead the dough once again and divide it into 7-8 equal portions.

Dust some flour on the worktop and roll the dough balls into thin circles around 6-7 inch in diameter.

Step-6

Heat a tawa/flat pan and place the rolled wrap on the hot pan. Cook the wrap on medium heat by flipping it a couple of times on each side. When you see small blisters and air pockets appearing, flip and cook it on the other side. Flip it a couple of times, till the wrap is cooked well.

Make all wraps this way and store them in an air-tight container until you begin to assemble the frankie.

Step-7

In a serving plate, place the wrap, add the potato patty and layer it with onion slices and sprinkle some frankie masala. Pull both sides together. Prepare the rest of the frankies like this.

Heat a pan and spread some butter on both sides of the wrap and gently cook for 1-2 minutes from both sides for a golden crispy crust.

Serve hot with choice of your dip or on its own.

Tips & Variations

In this recipe I have used plain flour however If you want, you can use ¾ cup plain flour and ¼ cup whole wheat flour or even half and half of each flour.
Kneading dough well is the key in making soft wraps. The dough can be made in food processor too, just make sure to add water slowly while kneading to get the dough of right consistency.
The dough should be soft and pliable, not elastic and/or dry. While kneading the dough, remember that the quantity of water can be adjusted according to the amount of the flour. After kneading the dough, cover it with a wet cloth/cling film and allow it to rest.
I have used frankie masala which is prepared at home. However, to save time you can use readymade frankie masala. Homemade frankie masala can be stored for couple of weeks in an airtight container.
I have pan fried the potato patty if you want you can either shallow or deep fry them.
Always keep the cooked wraps covered or they tend to go hard and brittle.
You can prepare the wraps in advance and freeze them for about a month. When needed you just need to thaw them at room temperature.
The great thing about frankies is that you can add so many different toppings in it. I have topped the potato patty with sliced onions. If you want, you can add sliced carrots, green peppers, cabbage or lettuce leaves.
Do not overcook the wrap as they will become very crisp/hard like papad/poppadom and will break when we fold them.
We can prepare the wrap in advance and store them in the fridge for 2-3 days.