Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Aerated water (Soda Water)

2 tsp

Ghee

3 unit

Potatoes (Aloo)

boiled and mashed

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

1 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 tsp

Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

1 pinch

Salt

1 unit

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

Step 1
~6 min

Prepare all ingredients: Boil and mash potatoes, finely chop onion and green chilies.

Step 2
~6 min

Combine flour, salt, and ghee. Knead with soda water until smooth.

Step 3
~6 min

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

Step 4
~6 min

In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, chopped onion, green chilies, garam masala, amchur, red chili powder, ajwain, salt, and coriander leaves to create the stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 5
~6 min

Divide the dough into small portions and roll into small circles.

Step 6
~6 min

Place a spoonful of the stuffing in the center of each circle.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 7
~6 min

Seal the dough and flatten it into an oval or round shape.

Step 8
~6 min

Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or tawa.

Step 9
~6 min

Cook the naans on one side until partially cooked.

Step 10
~6 min

Place the uncooked side of the naan directly on the flame to grill until cooked and charred.

Step 11
~6 min

Remove from heat and smear with butter.

Step 12
~6 min

Serve hot with raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Ensure the stuffing is not too moist to prevent the naan from becoming soggy.

Cook on medium heat to ensure the naan cooks through without burning.

Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the potato mixture for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

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 raita, yogurt, or chutney.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tadka Raita
Plain Yogurt
Mint Chutney
Mango Pickle

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and home-cooked meal in North India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Casual Dining
Weekend Cooking

Popularity Score

70/100

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