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Quick Batata Paratha Recipe

Quick Batata Paratha Recipe: Tasty Maharashtrian Twist

Shubham Nimbalkar
Looking for a quick batata paratha recipe? Try this delicious Maharashtrian-style aloo paratha with a secret cheesy twist. Perfect for kids' tiffins!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour kneaded into a soft dough with water
  • 3 medium potatoes boiled, completely cooled, and peeled
  • 1/2 cup processed cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon aloo bhujia crushed into a coarse powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder dhaniya
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder jeera
  • 1/4 teaspoon black salt kala namak
  • 1/4 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon amchur powder dry mango powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup oil ghee, or butter (for roasting)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, grate the boiled and completely cooled potatoes. Using cooled potatoes is the secret to a perfect quick batata paratha recipe because it keeps the filling from getting sticky.
  • Add the Twist: Add the grated cheese and crushed aloo bhujia to the grated potatoes.
  • Mix the Spices: Sprinkle the salt, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, black salt, chaat masala, amchur powder, red chilli powder, and fresh coriander leaves into the bowl.
  • Combine Everything: Mix everything well with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed. Your tasty potato stuffing is now ready.
  • Portion the Dough: Take a small lemon-sized portion of your kneaded whole wheat dough. Roll it into a smooth ball and flatten it into a small cup shape with your fingers.
  • Stuff the Paratha: Place a generous amount of the potato filling (about the same size as the dough ball) into the centre of the dough cup.
  • Seal the Dough: Carefully bring the edges of the dough together to cover the filling completely. Pinch the top to seal it tight so nothing leaks out.
  • Flatten and Roll: Gently press the stuffed dough ball flat with your hands to spread the filling evenly. Lightly dust it with flour and use a rolling pin to roll it into a medium-thick circle.
  • Cook the Paratha: Heat a tawa (flat pan) over medium heat. Place the rolled batata paratha on the hot tawa.
  • Roast to Perfection: Once the bottom slightly cooks, flip it over. Apply oil, ghee, or butter generously on both sides. Cook until it puffs up and gets crispy, golden-brown spots all over.
  • Serve Hot: Remove from the heat and enjoy!

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