Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for making Aloo Paratha, a popular Indian stuffed flatbread filled with spiced mashed potatoes.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
- Water (as needed)
- 1 tablespoon oil (optional)
- A pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 2 large potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1-2 green chilies (finely chopped, adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon garam masala (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon oil or ghee (for cooking)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt.
- Add water gradually and knead to form a soft, pliable dough. Add a tablespoon of oil if desired.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 20-30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with cumin seeds, green chilies, coriander leaves, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Ensure the mixture is well combined and adjust the seasoning as needed.
3. Shape the Parathas:
- Divide the dough into equal-sized balls (about the size of a golf ball).
- Take one dough ball and flatten it slightly. Roll it out into a small circle (about 4 inches in diameter).
- Place a generous spoonful of the potato filling in the center.
- Gather the edges of the dough to seal the filling inside, pinching them together to form a ball again.
- Flatten the stuffed ball gently and roll it out into a larger circle (about 6-7 inches in diameter). Use dry flour to prevent sticking.
4. Cook the Parathas:
- Heat a tava or skillet over medium heat.
- Place the rolled paratha on the hot tava and cook for about 1-2 minutes until bubbles start to appear.
- Flip it over and apply a little oil or ghee on the cooked side. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip again and apply oil on the other side. Cook until both sides are nicely browned and crispy.
- Repeat the process for the remaining dough and filling.
5. Serve:
- Serve hot Aloo Parathas with yogurt, pickles, or your favorite chutney.
