Recipe: Whole Wheat Potato Waffles

Crispy on the outside and soft inside, these savoury potato waffles turn simple pantry staples into a delicious breakfast or snack. Serve them hot with chutney, ketchup or a creamy dip.

Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 20 mins | Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup whole wheat flour (atta)
• 1/2 cup thick curd, whisked
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
• 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
• 2 tbsp onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp coriander leaves, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Butter or oil, for greasing

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Method

1. Add mashed potatoes, curd, milk and melted butter or oil to a bowl.
2. Mix until smooth.
3. Add whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cumin powder, chilli flakes, pepper and salt.
4. Mix gently to form a thick, spoonable batter. 
5. The batter should be thick, not runny. If it feels too stiff, add 1 tbsp milk at a time. If it is too loose, add 1-2 tbsp whole wheat flour.
6. Fold in the chopped onion and coriander.
7. Preheat the waffle maker properly for a crisp exterior. 
8. Lightly grease both plates.
9. Spoon the batter into the centre of the waffle plate. Do not overfill.
10. Close the waffle maker and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
11. Repeat with the remaining batter.
12. Serve the waffles hot with mint chutney, ketchup or your favourite dip.

Quick Tip: Potato waffle recipes also work best when the batter is cooked immediately rather than left standing for long.