Looking for a quick, festive, and delicious snack that everyone will love? This Crispy Potato Salad is your perfect pick! Made with golden, oven-baked potatoes, a creamy curd and paneer-based sauce, and a refreshing onion-tomato topping — it’s the ideal combination of crunch, creaminess, and freshness.
It’s light, flavorful, and comes together in less than 20 minutes — perfect for festive gatherings, Navratri meals, or whenever you crave something easy yet indulgent.
🧂 Ingredients
For Crispy Potatoes:
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3 boiled potatoes
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1 tsp cornflour
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Salt to taste
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½ tsp red chilli powder
For Creamy Sauce:
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60 gm curd
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50 gm paneer
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2 garlic cloves
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1 tsp oregano
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½ tsp dried basil leaves
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½ tsp peri peri powder
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½ tsp chilli flakes
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Salt to taste
For Topping:
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 small tomato, finely chopped
👩🍳 Method
Step 1: Prepare the Crispy Potatoes
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Peel the boiled potatoes and gently mash them with your hands, keeping small chunks for texture.
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Add salt, red chilli powder, and cornflour. Mix lightly until evenly coated.
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Spread the mixture on a greased baking tray or air fryer basket.
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Bake or air fry at 170°C for 10–12 minutes, or until the potatoes turn golden and crisp on the outside.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Sauce
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In a blender, combine curd, paneer, garlic cloves, and all the seasonings — oregano, basil, peri peri powder, chilli flakes, and salt.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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If too thick, add 1–2 teaspoons of water and blend again to adjust the consistency.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
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Spread the creamy curd-paneer sauce evenly on a serving plate.
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Place the crispy baked potatoes on top.
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Add the chopped onion and tomato for a fresh, crunchy layer.
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Sprinkle a pinch of peri peri or chilli flakes to enhance the flavor.
👉 Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of crispiness and creaminess in every bite!
🍽️ Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
(Approximate values)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~280 kcal |
| Protein | ~9 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~32 g |
| Fats | ~12 g |
| Fiber | ~3 g |
| Calcium | ~120 mg |
💡 Tips & Variations
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Use hung curd instead of regular curd for a thicker, creamier texture.
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Add crushed roasted peanuts or sev on top for extra crunch.
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Replace paneer with Greek yogurt for a lighter, high-protein version.
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Drizzle a little lemon juice before serving for a fresh, tangy twist.
Why You’ll Love It
This Crispy Potato Salad is more than just a snack — it’s a fusion of comfort and freshness. The baked potatoes give you the crunch without deep-frying, while the creamy garlic-flavored curd sauce adds richness without being heavy.
Perfectly festive, healthy-ish, and bursting with flavor — it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any celebration!
