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Aloo Paratha

Aloo-paratha

Aloo Paratha is a classic Indian stuffed flatbread, loved for its crispy exterior and flavorful, spiced potato filling. 

Whether you’re looking for a comforting breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is a must-try. 

Serve it with yogurt, pickle, or a dollop of butter for a truly delicious experience. 

Let’s get started!

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Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses: , ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 280
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Winter
Dietary: tiffin recipe, Vegetarian
Ingredients
    For the Dough
  • 2 wheat flour
  • 1/2 ajwain
  • 1/2 tsp salt (as needed)
  • 1 tbsp water (as needed)
  • 1 tsp oil
    • For the Filling
  • 4 potatoes (boiled and mashed)
  • 2 green chilies (chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp chaat masala powder
  • 1 handfull of coriander leaves (chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp salt (as needed)
    • Other
  • 2 tsp oil (as needed)
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Knead the doughA bowl with wheat flour and water being kneaded into a dough.

    Mix wheat flour, ajwain, salt, and water to knead a soft dough. Rub a little oil on a dough and  Let it rest.

  2. 2
    Boil and mash potatoesPressure cook the potatoes for 4 whistle and peel the skin, and mash them.
  3. 3
    Prepare the fillingA bowl of spiced mashed potatoes with chopped green chilies.Add green chilies, coriander, red chili powder, garam masala, chaat masala, and salt to mashed potatoes. Mix well.
  4. 4
    Make dough ballsDivide the dough into equal-sized balls for rolling.
    5. Method
  5. 5
    Stuff the doughA flattened dough with potato filling in the center

    Flatten a dough ball, place some potato filling in the center, and fold it into a parcel.

  6. 6
    Roll the parathaA stuffed dough ball being rolled into a flatbreadGently roll out the stuffed dough ball into a round paratha.
  7. 7
    Heat the tawaPlace a rolled-out paratha onto a hot tawa.
  8. 8
    Flip and cookFlip the paratha when one side is cooked. Cook the other side.
  9. 9
    Add oil and cookDrizzle oil around the edges, cook both sides until golden.
  10. 10
    Serve hotAloo ParathaRemove from heat and serve hot with butter, yogurt, or pickle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 280kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Sodium 320mg14%
Potassium 450mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 2g
Protein 7g15%
Vitamin A 220 IU
Vitamin C 12 mg
Calcium 40 mg
Iron 2.5 mg
Magnesium 35 mg
Zinc 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Hema Subramanian
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A passionate home chef, food enthusiast, and the creative force behind Home Cooking Show!

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