Stuffed Paratha is a delicious Indian flatbread filled with a spiced potato mixture. Originating from North India, this hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in many households. It is best served hot with butter, yogurt, or pickles, making it a perfect meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Recipe Details
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Servings:
4
Vegan:
Yes (if using oil instead of butter)
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
Ingredients for Stuffed Paratha
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- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- ¼ cup water (for kneading)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp oil or ghee
- ½ medium potato, boiled and mashed
- ⅛ tsp turmeric powder
- ¼ tsp cumin powder
- ¼ tsp garam masala
- ⅛ tsp red chili powder
- ¼ tsp salt (for stuffing)
- ½ tbsp chopped coriander
- ¼ green chili, finely chopped
- ½ tsp ginger, grated
- ½ tsp butter or oil (for cooking)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup water (for kneading)
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp oil or ghee
- 1 medium potato, boiled and mashed
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ¼ tsp red chili powder
- ½ tsp salt (for stuffing)
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander
- ½ green chili, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp butter or oil (for cooking)
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup water (for kneading)
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp oil or ghee
- 1½ medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- ⅜ tsp turmeric powder
- ¾ tsp cumin powder
- ¾ tsp garam masala
- ⅜ tsp red chili powder
- ¾ tsp salt (for stuffing)
- 1½ tbsp chopped coriander
- ¾ green chili, finely chopped
- 1½ tsp ginger, grated
- 1½ tsp butter or oil (for cooking)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup water (for kneading)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp oil or ghee
- 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt (for stuffing)
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 2 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tsp butter or oil (for cooking)
- 2½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1¼ cups water (for kneading)
- 1¼ tsp salt
- 2½ tsp oil or ghee
- 2½ medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- ⅝ tsp turmeric powder
- 1¼ tsp cumin powder
- 1¼ tsp garam masala
- ⅝ tsp red chili powder
- 1¼ tsp salt (for stuffing)
- 2½ tbsp chopped coriander
- 1¼ green chilies, finely chopped
- 2½ tsp ginger, grated
- 2½ tsp butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the Dough
In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, salt, and water. Knead into a smooth dough and let it rest for 15 minutes. -
Step 2
Prepare the Stuffing
In another bowl, mix mashed potatoes with turmeric, cumin powder, garam masala, chili powder, salt, coriander, green chili, and ginger. -
Step 3
Roll and Fill
Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll out a small disc, place stuffing in the center, and seal the edges. -
Step 4
Flatten and Cook
Gently roll the stuffed dough into a paratha. Cook on a hot tawa (griddle) with butter or oil until golden brown on both sides. -
Step 5
Serve
Serve hot with butter, yogurt, or pickles.
Tips for the Perfect Stuffed Paratha
- Use Smooth Filling: Mash the potatoes well to avoid lumps, making rolling easier.
- Seal Properly: Ensure the edges are sealed tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- Adjust Spice: Customize the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
- Use Ghee for Rich Flavor: Cooking with ghee enhances the taste and adds a crispy texture.
Stuffed Paratha is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for any meal. Enjoy this North Indian delicacy with your favorite accompaniments!