Tots Masala - Alton Brown

Ingredients

• 1 pound small red potatoes
• 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning, divided
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder
• 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 cup packed cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup packed mint leaves, chiffonade
• 1 1/2 cups rice or regular panko crumbs
• 6 cups vegetable oil
• Indian-Style Spiced Ketchup, for serving, if desired