Aloo pie, a savory pastry, has become an iconic street food in Trinidad and Tobago. This delicious snack consists of a deep-fried dough filled with lightly spiced mashed potatoes and can be found in various food stalls, especially in the bustling capital of Port of Spain. The dish has become so popular that it has even been featured on international food blogs and television shows.
The origins of aloo pie can be traced back to India, where a similar dish called samosas is a popular snack. The recipe for aloo pie was brought to Trinidad and Tobago by Indian immigrants, who arrived on the island in the 19th century to work on sugar plantations. Over time, the recipe has been adapted and modified to suit local taste preferences, resulting in the version that is now enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Aloo pie has become a staple in Trinidadian cuisine and is often served with a variety of chutneys, including tamarind, mango, and pepper sauce, to add an extra kick of flavor.
Prep Time: 50minutes
Cook Time: 25minutes
Total Time: 1hour 15minutes
Course: Breads
Cuisine: East Indian
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- DOUGH MIXTURE
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp. yeast
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- ALOO MIXTURE
- 5 medium potatoes
- 3 medium cloves garlic
- 1 pimiento pepper
- 2 tsp. salt optional
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tsp. geera
- 2 tsp. amchar masala
- Dash pepper sauce
- 1 tbsp. fresh grind seasoning
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes. Peel and crush the boiled potatoes. Add the rest of the ingredients for the Aloo mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Knead the flour, baking powder, yeast and salt into a soft dough and set aside to rest (for about 30 min).
- Make little balls and flatten out. Add a little of the aloo mixture in the centre. Fold the dough and mark with a fork.
- Fry until golden brown.
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Aloo (Potato) Pie
Ingredients
- DOUGH MIXTURE
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp. yeast
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- ALOO MIXTURE
- 5 medium potatoes
- 3 medium cloves garlic
- 1 pimiento pepper
- 2 tsp. salt optional
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tsp. geera
- 2 tsp. amchar masala
- Dash pepper sauce
- 1 tbsp. fresh grind seasoning
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes. Peel and crush the boiled potatoes. Add the rest of the ingredients for the Aloo mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Knead the flour, baking powder, yeast and salt into a soft dough and set aside to rest (for about 30 min).
- Make little balls and flatten out. Add a little of the aloo mixture in the centre. Fold the dough and mark with a fork.
- Fry until golden brown.
