{"id":"recipe_39e2016e19","slug":"aloo-paratha-indian-stuffed-flatbread","title":"Aloo Paratha (Indian Stuffed Flatbread)","description":"A classic North Indian breakfast staple featuring golden-brown, crispy flatbread stuffed with a savory, spiced mashed potato filling.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":25,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)","name":"Wheat Flour","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"powder","notes":"plus extra for dusting","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed","name":"Potatoes","quantity":4,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"boiled and mashed","notes":"Russet or Yukon Gold work well","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 green chilies, finely chopped","name":"Green chili","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"adjust to spice preference","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 inch ginger, grated","name":"Ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"grated","notes":"approx 1 inch piece","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped","name":"Cilantro","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh coriander leaves","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder","name":"Cumin","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"roasted powder","notes":"jeera powder","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 tsp dry mango powder (amchur)","name":"Mango","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"for tanginess; substitute with lemon juice if missing","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 tsp garam masala","name":"Garam Masala","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"allspice blend","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"split between dough and filling","group":"Basics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"3/4 cup water","name":"Water","quantity":180,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"as needed for dough","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"3 tbsp ghee or oil","name":"Oil","quantity":45,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for cooking and in dough","group":"Cooking","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp oil. Gradually add water and knead to form a soft, smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine whole wheat flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp oil","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a separate bowl, mash the boiled potatoes thoroughly. Add green chilies, grated ginger, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, amchur, garam masala, and the remaining 1/2 tsp salt. Mix everything well.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Mash the boiled potatoes thoroughly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Divide the dough and the potato filling into 8 equal portions. Roll one dough portion into a small circle (~4 inches). Place a portion of filling in the center.","group":"Stuffing","title":"Divide the dough and the potato filling","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Stuffing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Gather the edges of the dough and bring them together to seal the filling completely. Flatten the ball slightly, dust with flour, and roll out gently into a 6-7 inch circle, ensuring the filling doesn't leak.","group":"Stuffing","title":"Gather the edges of the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Stuffing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the rolled paratha on the hot tawa. When tiny bubbles appear, flip it.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a tawa or griddle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Spread 1/2 tsp of ghee or oil on the surface. Flip again and apply ghee to the other side. Press with a spatula and cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy.","group":"Cooking","title":"Spread 1/2 tsp of ghee or oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Serve hot with a dollop of butter, thick yogurt (curd), or your favorite Indian pickle. For a crispier texture, use ghee instead of oil for frying.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian","Punjabi"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Tawa or Flat Griddle","Rolling Pin","Mixing Bowls","Potato Masher"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"piece","note":"8 medium parathas"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The potato filling can be prepared and refrigerated 24 hours in advance. 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