Aloo paratha is a much-loved breakfast in Pakistan and India. Serve with yogurt, pickle or butter.
- ⏱ Prep: 25 min
- 🔥 Cook: 20 min
- 🍽 Serves: 4 (8 parathas)
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) whole wheat flour (atta)
- Water, as needed
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1–2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp cumin seeds or roasted cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Ghee or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Mix the flour and salt, then add water little by little to make a soft dough. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
- Mix the mashed potato with onion, green chilli, coriander, spices and salt.
- Divide the dough into 8 balls. Roll one into a small circle.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the centre, bring the edges together and seal.
- Dust with flour and gently roll out into a flat circle.
- Cook on a hot tawa or pan for about 1 minute, flip, then brush with ghee.
- Cook both sides until golden spots appear.
- Serve hot with yogurt and pickle.
Tips
- Make sure the potato mixture is not too wet.
- Roll gently so the filling doesn’t burst out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze parathas?
Yes, freeze half-cooked parathas and finish cooking from frozen.
