Quick and Delicious Aloo Paratha Recipe

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Aloo Paratha is a popular Indian flatbread stuffed with spiced potato filling. It's a comfort food loved by many. In this blog post, we'll show you how to make this classic dish in a quick and easy way. Let's get started!
Ingredients:
2 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
1 cup whole wheat flour (atta)
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
Salt to taste
Ghee (clarified butter) for cooking

Instructions:
1.Prepare the Dough:
   In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt.
Add water gradually and knead the flour into a soft and smooth dough. Set it aside to rest for 15 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.

2.Make the Potato Filling:
In another bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Combine everything well to make a flavorful potato filling.

3.Divide the Dough:
 After the resting period, divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls, slightly smaller than a tennis ball.

4.Stuff and Roll:
Take one dough ball and roll it into a small circle, about 4-5 inches in diameter.Place a generous portion of the potato filling in the center of the dough circle.Gather the edges of the dough and seal the filling completely. Press it gently to flatten.

5.Roll Out the Paratha:
Gently roll the stuffed dough ball into a circular shape, around 7-8 inches in diameter. Make sure it's not too thin or too thick.

6.Cook the Aloo Paratha:
Heat a griddle or a non-stick pan on medium-high heat.Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot griddle.Cook for about 2-3 minutes until you see bubbles forming on the surface.

7.Flip and Add Ghee:
Flip the paratha and drizzle some ghee on the top.Press it gently with a spatula, and cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy

8.Serve:
Remove the aloo paratha from the griddle and place it on a plate.Serve hot with yogurt, pickle, or your favorite chutney.

There you have it, a quick and delicious Aloo Paratha that you can make in no time. This versatile dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Enjoy the wonderful combination of soft, flavorful potato filling and crispy, golden-brown outer layers. It's a true Indian comfort food that's easy to prepare in your own kitchen!
  
  

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