Follow these steps for perfect results
whole wheat flour
vegetable oil
salt
water
potatoes
peeled and boiled
onions
chopped finely
green chillies
chopped
ginger-garlic paste
green coriander
chopped
coriander powder
cumin powder
garam masala
ground black pepper
salt
to taste
oil
for cooking
Mix whole wheat flour, vegetable oil, and salt in a bowl.
Add water gradually to form a soft, non-sticky dough.
Knead the dough well and set aside.
Boil, peel, and mash the potatoes in a separate bowl.
Finely chop onions and green chilies.
Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, chopped coriander, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, black pepper, and salt to the mashed potatoes.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly to create the potato stuffing.
Divide the dough into medium-sized balls.
Divide the potato stuffing into smaller balls, slightly smaller than the dough balls.
Roll out a dough ball into a 2-inch circle on a floured surface.
Place a potato ball in the center of the dough circle.
Cover the potato ball with the dough circle, completely sealing the stuffing.
Gently flatten the stuffed dough ball and dust with flour.
Roll the stuffed ball into a thin circle, applying flour as needed to prevent tearing.
Heat a skillet or tava over medium-high heat.
Cook the rolled paratha on the heated skillet until it colors on the bottom.
Flip the paratha and apply a little oil on the upper surface.
Repeat the oiling and flipping process until both sides are golden brown and cooked through.
Repeat the process for all remaining dough and stuffing balls.
Serve the aloo parathas hot with butter, ketchup, or sour cream.
Expert advice for the best results
For softer parathas, add a spoonful of yogurt to the dough.
Ensure the potato filling is not too moist to prevent tearing during rolling.
Cook on medium heat to ensure the parathas cook through without burning.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Dough can be prepared ahead of time
Serve hot with a dollop of butter or yogurt on top.
Serve with butter
Serve with yogurt
Serve with pickle
Serve with chutney
Traditional Indian tea pairing.
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