Aloo Paratha or Potato stuffed flat Bread

Today I am going to make Aloo Parathas for the very first time. I was born in South India where rice is considered as the staple food.We make parathas occasionally in our home. But when I got married, I figured out my husband is a big fan of North indian cuisine. I haven’t tasted an authentic Aloo Paratha in my life, but today I'm going to give it a try. So friends, please wish me good luck :-)

About Parathas:

 Parathas are whole-wheat Indian flatbread. Parathas can be made plain or stuffed with many different fillings like methi leaves, potato, spinach and paneer. 

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

Whole-wheat flour - 2 cups

Water - 1/2 cup

Salt to taste

For the Filling

Potatoes - 2 medium

Green chillies - 3 - 4 thinly sliced

Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp

Cilantro - A bunch

Garam Masala- 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp

Salt - 1/4 tsp

Whole-wheat flour - 1/2 cup

Butter -2 tbsp

Mix flour, salt and water together. Make sure to add water little by little. Knead the dough(I prefer mixing the dough with my hands) for few minutes on a lightly greased surface. Set the dough aside and cover it with a damp tissue for at least ten minutes. Boil or pressure cook potatoes until tender. Cool, peel and mash without any lumps.

Divide the dough and shape it in to balls. Now divide the potato mixture and shape it in to small balls. Roll the dough in small circle and place the potato balls in the center. Seal by pulling the edges of the rolled dough together to make a ball.Keep it aside for some time. Now proceed to make the remaining balls. Let it settle for 5 minutes before rolling them again.

Heat the skillet on medium fire. Roll the balls in dry flour and lightly press it. Roll these balls in big circles. Sprinkle a little flour to prevent it from sticking.

Now cook the paratha in the skillet. Add a little butter and press it with the spatula making sure the paratha is golden-brown on both sides. Enjoy it with sweet yoghurt.