Aloo Paratha
Aloo Paratha is a popular Indian flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes, pan-fried to a golden crisp.
50m4Servings
Nutrition
252kcal
2gProtein
41gCarbs
9gFat
Ingredients
DOUGH
Wheat Flour
1 cup
Salt
1 tsp
Water
300 ml
POTATO FILLING
Potatoes
2 pieces
Turmeric Powder
½ tsp
Crushed Red Chilli
1 tsp
Onion
finely chopped
1 tbsp
Green Chilli
1 chopped
Coriander Leaves
chopped
1 tbsp
Mustard Oil
1 tbsp
FOR COOKING
Melted Butter or Ghee
2 tbsp
Instructions
1Prepare the Dough
10m
10mCombine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup wheat flour and 1 tsp salt.
Add Water and Mix
Gradually add 300 ml water while whisking to form a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
2Prepare the Potato Filling
15m
15mBoil Potatoes
Boil 2 medium potatoes until they are very soft. Drain and peel them once cooled slightly.
Mash and Season
Mash the boiled potatoes and add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp crushed red chilli, 1 tbsp finely chopped onion, 1 chopped green chilli, 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves, and 1 tbsp mustard oil. Mix everything thoroughly to form a soft dough-like consistency.
3Assemble and Cook the Paratha
25m
25mAdd Filling to Batter
Add the prepared potato mixture and 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves to the batter. Pour in 1 tbsp mustard oil.
Mix to a Smooth Batter
Whisk all ingredients together until a smooth, lump-free batter is formed. The consistency should be pourable but thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Heat the Pan
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Grease the pan if required.
Pour and Spread Batter
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot pan and spread it gently to form a round paratha.
Cook First Side
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the moisture is absorbed and the edges start to look dry. You can gently press the sides with a cloth.
Flip and Cook Second Side
Flip the paratha and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Gently press both sides with a cloth to ensure even cooking and a golden-brown color.
Brush with Butter/Ghee
Brush the cooked paratha with melted butter or ghee on both sides.
Serve Hot
Serve the Aloo Paratha hot with yogurt, pickle, or your favorite accompaniment.
Tips
Ensure the potatoes are boiled until very soft for a smooth filling.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or less green chilli and red chilli flakes.
Do not overmix the batter once the potato filling is added, just enough to combine.
Cook on medium heat to ensure the paratha cooks through without burning.