Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 cup

whole wheat flour

1 tsp

vegetable oil

0.5 tsp

salt

1 cup

water

5 unit

potatoes

peeled and boiled

2 unit

onions

chopped finely

3 unit

green chillies

chopped

0.5 tsp

ginger-garlic paste

1 bunch

green coriander

chopped

0.75 tsp

coriander powder

0.75 tsp

cumin powder

0.25 tsp

garam masala

1 dash

ground black pepper

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

oil

for cooking

Step 1
~3 min

Mix whole wheat flour, vegetable oil, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add water gradually to form a soft, non-sticky dough.

Step 3
~3 min

Knead the dough well and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

Boil, peel, and mash the potatoes in a separate bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Finely chop onions and green chilies.

Step 6
~3 min

Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, chopped coriander, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, black pepper, and salt to the mashed potatoes.

Step 7
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly to create the potato stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 8
~3 min

Divide the dough into medium-sized balls.

Step 9
~3 min

Divide the potato stuffing into smaller balls, slightly smaller than the dough balls.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 10
~3 min

Roll out a dough ball into a 2-inch circle on a floured surface.

Step 11
~3 min

Place a potato ball in the center of the dough circle.

Step 12
~3 min

Cover the potato ball with the dough circle, completely sealing the stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 13
~3 min

Gently flatten the stuffed dough ball and dust with flour.

Step 14
~3 min

Roll the stuffed ball into a thin circle, applying flour as needed to prevent tearing.

Step 15
~3 min

Heat a skillet or tava over medium-high heat.

Step 16
~3 min

Cook the rolled paratha on the heated skillet until it colors on the bottom.

Step 17
~3 min

Flip the paratha and apply a little oil on the upper surface.

Step 18
~3 min

Repeat the oiling and flipping process until both sides are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 19
~3 min

Repeat the process for all remaining dough and stuffing balls.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 20
~3 min

Serve the aloo parathas hot with butter, ketchup, or sour cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with butter

Serve with yogurt

Serve with pickle

Serve with chutney

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt
Pickle
Chutney
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast dish in North Indian households

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

70/100