aloo paratha

Aloo Paratha, a classic North Indian dish, is a stuffed flatbread with a spiced potato filling. Here's a simple recipe for you:

**Aloo Paratha:**

**For the Dough:**

- 2 cups whole wheat flour

- Water (as needed)

- Salt (to taste)

- Ghee or oil (for cooking)

**For the Potato Filling:**

- 3-4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed

- 1 small onion, finely chopped

- 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped

- 1 teaspoon grated ginger

- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

- Salt to taste

**Instructions:**

**For the Dough:**

1. In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour, salt, and water to make a soft dough. Knead well and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

**For the Potato Filling:**

1. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, chopped onions, green chilies, grated ginger, cumin seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, fresh coriander leaves, and salt. Mix well.

**Assembly:**

1. Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a ball.

2. Flatten the ball and roll it into a small circle on a floured surface.

3. Place a portion of the potato filling in the center of the circle.

4. Bring the edges of the dough together to cover the filling, sealing it well.

5. Gently roll out the stuffed ball into a paratha.

**Cooking:**

1. Heat a tawa or skillet over medium heat.

2. Place the rolled paratha on the hot tawa.

3. Cook until bubbles appear, then flip and apply ghee or oil on the cooked side.

4. Flip again and apply ghee or oil on the other side. Cook until both sides are golden brown.

Serve your Aloo Paratha hot with yogurt, pickles, or your favorite chutney. Enjoy the deliciousness! Hungry for more recipes or have a specific craving?