Aloo tikki Aloo tikki Aloo tikki is a snack originating from the Indian subcontinent; in North Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi preparation, it is made out of boiled potatoes, peas, and various curry spices. "Aloo" means potato, and the word "tikki" means a small cutlet or croquette in Hindi and Marathi. It is served hot and warm along with a side of saunth, tamarind and coriander-mint sauce, and sometimes dahi (yogurt) or chick peas. It is a vegetarian alternative, and an Indian equivalent of the hash brown. In Mumbai, India a popular version of aloo tikki is served with a spicy curry and
Djiboutian cuisine Djiboutian cuisine Djiboutian cuisine is a mixture of Somali, Afar, Yemeni, and French cuisine, with some additional South Asian (especially Indian) culinary influences. Local dishes are commonly prepared using a variety of Middle Eastern spices, ranging from saffron to cinnamon. Grilled Yemeni fish, opened in half and often cooked in tandoori-style ovens, are a local delicacy. Spicy dishes come in many variations, from the traditional "fah-fah" or "soupe djiboutienne" (spicy boiled beef soup), to the "yetakelt wet" (spicy mixed vegetable stew). "Xalwo" (pronounced "halwo") or halva is a popular confection eaten during festive occasions, such as Eid celebrations or wedding