Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

Potato (Aloo)

boiled and mashed

0.5 tbsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Water

as required

1 unit

Ghee

as required

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 cup

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Onion

finely chopped

3 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

0.25 tbsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

0.25 tbsp

Garam masala powder

0.5 tbsp

Chaat Masala Powder

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 cup

Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)

chopped

1 unit

Whole Wheat Flour

for dusting

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, mix together wheat flour, salt, and oil.

Step 2
~3 min

Add water little at a time and prepare a soft dough.

Step 3
~3 min

Grease your hands with oil and knead it well.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Mix mashed potatoes, chopped onions, chopped methi, finely chopped green chilies, and fresh coriander in a bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Add salt, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and chaat masala to the potato mixture and mix well.

Step 7
~3 min

Make even-sized balls from the paratha dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Roll out a ball into a small circle, dusting with wheat flour.

Step 9
~3 min

Add some stuffing in the center.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 10
~3 min

Gather all the corners and seal it well, then press it lightly.

Step 11
~3 min

Dust with some wheat flour and roll out the sealed dough into a circle.

Step 12
~3 min

Heat a tawa (griddle).

Step 13
~3 min

Put the rolled-out paratha on it.

Step 14
~3 min

Let it cook a little on one side.

Step 15
~3 min

Flip it over to the other side and spread some ghee over the half-cooked side.

Step 16
~3 min

Flip it again when the second side is half cooked and spread some more ghee.

Step 17
~3 min

Flip it again, and repeat the process a couple of times until the paratha is browned and cooked well.

Step 18
~3 min

Top with butter and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Knead the dough well for a soft paratha.

Do not overstuff the paratha to avoid tearing.

Cook on medium heat for even browning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with yogurt or raita.

Serve with pickle.

Serve with a side of vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Boondi Raita
Bhindi Raita
Mixed Vegetable Curry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

A staple breakfast and lunch item in North India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lohri
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weekend Breakfast
Quick Lunch
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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