Aloo Paratha

 

Here is a simple and delicious Aloo Paratha recipe – a popular North Indian stuffed flatbread made with spiced potato filling:

🥔 Ingredients

For Dough:

Wheat flour – 2 cups

Salt – 1/2 tsp

Water – as needed

Oil or ghee – 1 tsp (optional)

For Potato Filling:

Boiled potatoes – 3 to 4 (medium-sized)

Green chili – 1 (finely chopped)

Ginger – 1 tsp (grated)

Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp (finely chopped)

Ajwain (carom seeds) – 1/2 tsp (optional)

Red chili powder – 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp

Garam masala – 1/2 tsp

Amchur (dry mango powder) – 1/2 tsp (or lemon juice)

Salt – to taste

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🧑‍🍳 How to Make Aloo Paratha

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large bowl, add wheat flour and salt.

2. Slowly add water and knead into a soft dough.

3. Cover and let it rest for 20–30 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Mash the boiled potatoes finely.

2. Add chopped green chili, ginger, coriander, and all dry spices.

3. Mix well to form a smooth stuffing. Make small lemon-sized balls.

Step 3: Roll the Parathas

1. Divide the dough into equal balls.

2. Roll one ball into a small circle.

3. Place a ball of aloo stuffing in the center.

4. Bring edges together and seal.

5. Flatten and gently roll into a thick round paratha using dry flour.

Step 4: Cook the Paratha

1. Heat a tawa or griddle.

2. Place the rolled paratha and cook on medium heat.

3. Flip and apply ghee or oil on both sides.

4. Cook until golden brown spots appear and it becomes crispy.

🍽️ Serving Suggestion

Serve ho

t with curd, pickle, butter, or chutney.

 

Would you like the Kannada version of this recipe as well?