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Aloo Paratha

Cultural Context

Aloo Paratha hails from the northern regions of India, where it's a beloved breakfast staple. Traditionally, it's made by stuffing whole wheat dough with spiced mashed potatoes, reflecting the resourcefulness of Indian home cooking. This dish is often served with yogurt or pickles, making it a comforting and hearty meal. Today, Aloo Paratha has gained popularity worldwide, often found in Indian restaurants and enjoyed by people of all backgrounds.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cup wheat flour
½ tsp salt
water (for kneading)
2 tbsp oil
3 potato (boiled & mashed)
1 tsp ginger paste
2 chilli (finely chopped)
2 tbsp coriander (finely chopped)
½ tsp coriander seeds
¼ tsp ajwain / carom seeds
1 tsp chilli powder
½ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp garam masala
¾ tsp aamchur
½ tsp salt
wheat flour (for dusting)
oil (for roasting)

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

onions

🥗Healthier: scallions

💰Cheaper: leeks

Scallions provide a milder flavor.

1

In a large bowl, take 2 cup wheat flour and ½ tsp salt. Mix well.

2

Add water as required and start to knead.

3

Add 2 tbsp oil and knead well to a smooth and soft dough.

4

Grease with oil and rest for 20 minutes.

5

In a large bowl, take 3 boiled and mashed potatoes, 1 tsp ginger paste, 2 finely chopped chillies, 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander, and ½ tsp coriander seeds.

6

Add ¼ tsp ajwain, 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp garam masala, ¾ tsp aamchur, and ½ tsp salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

7

After the dough has rested for 20 minutes, knead slightly.

8

Pinch a ball-sized dough and roll it about 4 inches in diameter.

9

Place a ball-sized prepared aloo stuffing in the center.

10

Take the edge and start pleating, bringing it to the center.

11

Join the pleats together and secure tightly, pinching off excess dough.

12

Sprinkle some wheat flour and roll slightly thick.

13

On a hot tawa, place the rolled paratha and cook for a minute.

14

Flip the paratha when the base is partly cooked (after a minute).

15

Brush oil/ghee and press slightly. Flip again once or twice until both sides are cooked properly.

16

Serve hot aloo paratha with sauce, raita, or pickle.

Cooking Techniques

boilingkneadingstuffingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

large bowltawa

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Stuffed Potato FlatbreadAloo Ka Paratha

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