Aloo Paratha Recipe

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Aloo Paratha is a buttery, mildly spicy, and savory stuffed fried bread. The texture is crispy on the outside and soft inside, with flavorful potato filling.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Resting the dough10

Total Time40

Course: Breakfast, Dinner

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: bread, flatbread, naan

Servings: servings

Calories: 243kcal

Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups whole wheat flour 9.87 oz | 280 g
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water 5.07 fl oz | 150 ml
1 teaspoon oil

For the Filling

2 medium potatoes boiled and mashed (10.58 oz | 300 g)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon chopped green chilies optional

For Cooking

2 tablespoons ghee or oil for cooking

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour and salt.
Add water gradually and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
Coat with 1 teaspoon oil, cover and rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Filling

In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with salt, cumin, red chili flakes, garam masala, cilantro and green chilies.
Ensure the mixture is smooth and lump-free for easy rolling.

Step 3: Assemble the Parathas

Divide the dough and filling into 6 equal portions.
Roll one dough ball into a 4-inch circle.
Place a portion of potato filling in the center.
Gather the edges and seal to form a smooth ball.
Gently roll into a 6-inch paratha, using light pressure.

Step 4: Cook the Parathas

Heat a tava or pan on medium heat.
Place the rolled paratha on the pan and cook for 1 minute until light golden spots appear.
Flip, apply ½ teaspoon ghee or oil, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, pressing gently.
Flip again, apply more ghee, and cook until crispy and golden brown.
Repeat for all parathas.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

Serve hot with yogurt, butter, pickles or your favorite curry.

Notes

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