Punjabi Aloo Paratha is a soft, flavour-packed stuffed flatbread made by combining spiced mashed potatoes with freshly kneaded whole wheat dough. Cooked on a hot tawa with ghee, each paratha turns golden, crisp on the outside and tender inside. It’s comforting, wholesome and perfect with curd, white butter or pickle.
Add Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta to a mixing bowl along with salt. Gradually pour water and start kneading into a soft, smooth dough. Aashirvaad atta absorbs moisture well and creates a supple base that rolls easily and stays soft after cooking. Add a few drops of oil if needed. Cover and rest for 20–30 minutes so the dough relaxes.
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Make the Potato Filling
Mash the boiled potatoes while still warm; they combine better and stay lump-free. Add chopped chillies, coriander, ginger, red chilli powder, amchur, cumin and garam masala. Season with salt and mix thoroughly. The filling should be well blended, aromatic and tight enough to hold shape when stuffed into the dough.
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Shape the Dough Balls
Divide the rested atta dough into equal medium-sized balls. Smooth each portion by rolling it between your palms. The dough should feel soft and pliable because of the Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta, which helps create elastic dough. Lightly dust with dry atta to avoid sticking during rolling.
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Stuff the Parathas
Roll each dough ball into a small disc. Place a generous portion of the potato filling in the centre. Bring the edges together, pinch and seal tightly. Flatten gently with your palm. Ensure the sealing is firm so the filling does not break out while rolling.
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Roll Out the Paratha
Dust the stuffed dough lightly with atta and roll it into a round paratha, applying gentle pressure from the centre outward. The dough will stretch easily without tearing, thanks to the texture of Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta. Aim for an even thickness so the paratha cooks uniformly.
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Cook on the Tawa
Heat a tawa until hot. Place the rolled paratha onto it and cook until small bubbles appear. Flip, apply ghee around the edges and cook until golden brown spots form. Press lightly with a spatula to help it puff up. Repeat on both sides until crisp, fragrant and fully cooked.