Rating: 4.8/5
Preparation Time: 30-40 minutes
This time round it is recommended that you give Aloo Paratha a try it is one of the best comfort foods you will ever come across. This is rich Indian bread stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes popularly enjoyed in breakfast and as tea time snack in the Indian subcontinent. This simple & detailed step by step tutorial will make understanding of how to cook a perfect aloo paratha even easier for you no matter do you have previous experience in cooking or not.
Aloo Paratha History in Brief
- Originated in Punjab: Aloo Paratha is originally from Punjab, the region in the North of India which loves to take care of its tummy with spicy and heavy food.
- Staple in Indian households: Taken across India as the staple breakfast dish eaten with yogurt, pickles or butter.
- Simple Ingredients: This snack is a wholesome and simple meal with wheat flour and potatoes that are easily accessible ingredients for most people.
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Ingredients for Aloo Paratha
For the Dough:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- Water as required
- 1 tsp oil
- Salt to taste
For the Potato Filling:
- 4 medium-sized boiled potatoes
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp amchur (dry mango powder)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Ghee or oil for cooking
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make Aloo Paratha
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, put whole wheat flour, pinch of salt and one teaspoon oil for the batter. Dissolve it gradually in water and then mix it using your hands until the dough is fine.
- Sprinkle a clean towel over the dough and let it stand for 15-20 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- About it boiled potatoes and with a potato mash in a bowl. Put cumin seeds, green chilly, coriander powder, garam masala, red chilly powder, amchur, coriander leaves and salt. Stir until all the spices get wet and incorporated with the potatoes.
Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
- Roll round portion out of the dough into small balls of equal size. Shape each larger round into a small circle about 4-5 inches in diameter.
- Put 1-2 tablespoons of the potato filling on the space in the center of the circle. After placing the filling scoop the corners of the dough and fold them over the top of the filling, making a round ball.
Step 4: Roll the Paratha
- Carefully stretch out the stuffed dough ball into flat round disc about 6-8 inches wide without causing the filing come out.
Step 5: Cook the Aloo Paratha
- Place the tawa on the stove over medium flame of the burner. Put the rolled paratha on the above-said hot tawa.
- Saute for about 1-2 minutes until it develops speckles of brown color, then turn over. Turn it to both sides, fry with ghee or oil until the outer crust is crispy and the noodle is browned.
Step 6: Serve
- Best eaten hot and goes well with Yogurt, butter, pickle ,or even a cup of Chai.
Nutritional Value of Aloo Paratha (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220-250 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
Aloo Paratha Tips for Perfect Results
- Soft Dough: Make sure the dough is tender enough so that you can easily make round shapes with it.
- Spice Level: Depending on how hot you like it you may replace the green chilies with some onions or increase or decrease the red chili powder.
- Even Filling: To seal, use adequate potato filling without straining the dough while rolling it into a round cookie shape.
Your family and friends will love this easy, savory recipe! Unpack your bags and enjoy the delicious taste of Aloo Paratha today.
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