Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Wheat flour

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 cup

Water

as needed

1 cup

Chickpeas

soaked and boiled

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

4 unit

Garlic

grated

1 tbsp

Red chili powder

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 tbsp

Cumin powder

2 tbsp

Chaat masala powder

1 tsp

Sugar

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Tomato

chopped

1 unit

Green chili

chopped

2 unit

Cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Soak chickpeas overnight.

Step 2
~4 min

Pressure cook chickpeas with water for 30 minutes.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain chickpeas, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a saucepan.

Step 5
~4 min

Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute.

Step 6
~4 min

Add chickpeas, red chili powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, cumin powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix well and add 1 cup of reserved chickpea water.

Step 8
~4 min

Cook until water evaporates.

Step 9
~4 min

Turn off heat and mix in onion, tomato, green chili, and cilantro.

Step 10
~4 min

Knead dough and make medium-sized balls.

Step 11
~4 min

Roll out each ball into a paratha.

Step 12
~4 min

Cook paratha on a hot griddle with ghee until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Step 13
~4 min

Spread mustard sauce on a paratha.

Step 14
~4 min

Place chickpea mixture on one side of the paratha.

Step 15
~4 min

Roll tightly and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak chickpeas overnight for best results.

Adjust spices according to your preference.

Use fresh ingredients for a better flavor.

Adding a squeeze of lime enhances the tangy flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chickpea mixture can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with mint chutney and a side of salad.

Pair with a cup of masala chai for a complete snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mint chutney
Onion raita
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Snack time
Lunch box
Party appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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