Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
3 unit

potatoes

boiled and grated

1 cup

panir

grated

0.5 cup

peas

boiled and mashed

1 unit

onion

grated

1 tsp

ginger green chili paste

1 tsp

cumin

2 tsp

red chili powder

1 tsp

coriander powder

1 tsp

cumin powder

0.5 tsp

turmeric

2 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

coriander

chopped

1 tbsp

mint

chopped

2 cup

whole wheat flour

1 tsp

salt

2 tsp

oil

Step 1
~3 min

Mix whole wheat flour, salt (1 tsp), and oil (2 tsp) with warm water to create a smooth, pliable, non-sticky dough.

Step 2
~3 min

Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Boil the potatoes until cooked through.

Step 4
~3 min

Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, grate them.

Step 5
~3 min

Boil the peas and then coarsely mash them.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle.

Step 7
~3 min

Add grated onion to the pan and fry over low heat until light brown.

Step 8
~3 min

Mix in ginger-green chili paste and fry for a minute.

Step 9
~3 min

Incorporate red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric, and cumin powder. Mix well and cook for another minute.

Step 10
~3 min

Add salt, chopped mint, and coriander. Mix well.

Step 11
~3 min

Add grated paneer, grated potato, and mashed peas to the mixture. Turn the flame to low and mix thoroughly. Check for salt and adjust if necessary.

Step 12
~3 min

Divide the prepared dough into 10 equal-sized balls.

Step 13
~3 min

Divide the stuffing into 10 smaller, equal portions.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 14
~3 min

Take a dough ball, dredge it with a little flour, and roll it out into a 4-inch circle.

Step 15
~3 min

Place one portion of stuffing in the center of the circle. Gather the sides to the center over the stuffing, covering it completely.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 16
~3 min

Place the stuffed side down and dredge the stuffed ball with a little flour.

Step 17
~3 min

Roll the stuffed ball with medium pressure into a 6-inch circle of medium thickness.

Step 18
~3 min

Repeat the procedure with the remaining dough balls and stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 19
~3 min

Heat a non-stick frying pan until hot.

Step 20
~3 min

Place the rolled paratha one at a time on the hot pan.

Step 21
~3 min

Cook until light brown spots appear on the underside, then flip over to cook the other side.

Step 22
~3 min

Once cooked, spread a little oil or butter on both sides of the paratha.

Step 23
~3 min

Serve the parathas hot with raita and pickle.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a softer paratha, add a tablespoon of yogurt to the dough.

Make sure the stuffing is not too moist, or it will be difficult to roll.

Serve hot with a dollop of butter or ghee.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough and stuffing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with raita (yogurt dip).

Serve with Indian pickle.

Serve with a dollop of butter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal Makhani
Chana Masala

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

A popular and versatile breakfast and lunch dish in North India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Family Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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