Aloo tikki various chutneys. It is called "Ragda pattice" and is sold on the various chaat stalls throughout the city and especially the Chowpatti Beach. Aloo tikki is mashed potato patties mixed with coriander, peas and spices, deep-fried in oil. Some North Indian dhabas or café-style eateries will sandwich the aloo in bread. In the United Kingdom, vegetable tikki is available from delicatessen counters at various shops. It is very popular in the East Midlands area. As with the majority of cultural and linguistic factors – barring other influences – this cuisine can be found in areas that are essentially all parts
Indian cuisine another popular cooking medium. Butter-based ghee, or "deshi ghee", is used frequently, though less than in the past. Many types of meat are used for Indian cooking, but chicken and mutton tend to be the most commonly consumed meats. Fish and beef consumption are prevalent in some parts of India, but they are not widely consumed except for coastal areas, as well as the north east. The most important and frequently used spices and flavourings in Indian cuisine are whole or powdered chilli pepper ("mirch", introduced by the Portuguese from Mexico in the 16th century), black mustard seed ("sarso"), cardamom