Paratha Tarts

Indian

Intermediate

Appetizer

Golden crispy paratha tarts filled with cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs. (banner image)

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Tomato-Feta
Paratha Tarts
: A Delicious Indo-Mediterranean Fusion Recipe

Name: Tomato-Feta ~Paratha Tarts~: A Delicious Indo-Mediterranean Fusion Recipe
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta (For the paratha dough); ½ teaspoon Salt; 2 tablespoons Ghee or oil; ¾ cup Water (approx); 2 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved) For the filling; 1 cup Feta cheese (crumbled); ¼ cup Red onion (finely chopped); ¼ cup Fresh basil leaves (torn); 1 teaspoon Fresh or dried oregano; 2 Garlic cloves (minced); 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar; ½ teaspoon Black pepper; to taste Salt; ½ teaspoon Red chilli flakes (optional); 1 Egg (beaten, for brushing) For assembly; 2 tablespoons Ghee or butter (melted); for garnish Fresh parsley (chopped); 2 tablespoons Pine nuts or sunflower seeds (toasted, optional)

26 mins

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This tomato-feta paratha tart recipe is an innovative Indo-Mediterranean fusion that brings together the traditional paratha with the tangy flavours of the Greek tomato and feta combination. This recipe uses whole wheat dough to make crispy, golden tart shells that remind you of parathas, which are then filled with a mixture of juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy-salty feta cheese, aromatic herbs, and a bit of balsamic vinegar. The result is a delicious appetiser that can double up as a light meal. The paratha shells are shaped in muffin tins and baked until golden and crispy, creating the perfect vessel for the Mediterranean-inspired filling.

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2 cups Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta (For the paratha dough)

½ teaspoon Salt

2 tablespoons Ghee or oil

¾ cupWater (approx)

2 cupsCherry tomatoes (halved) For the filling

1 cupFeta cheese (crumbled)

¼ cup Red onion (finely chopped)

¼ cup Fresh basil leaves (torn)

1 teaspoon Fresh or dried oregano

2Garlic cloves (minced)

3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoonBalsamic vinegar

½ teaspoonBlack pepper

to taste Salt

½ teaspoonRed chilli flakes (optional)

1Egg (beaten, for brushing) For assembly

2 tablespoonsGhee or butter (melted)

for garnishFresh parsley (chopped)

2 tablespoonsPine nuts or sunflower seeds (toasted, optional)

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Description - Step 1

Step 1: Prepare the paratha dough

Mix the whole wheat flour and salt in a bowl. Add the ghee or oil and mix it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead until you form a soft, smooth, and pliable dough. Knead for 5-7 minutes until elastic and smooth. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.

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Step 2: Prepare the tomato-feta filling

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. Take a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, onion, basil leaves, oregano, and garlic. Whisk the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and a pinch of salt (be cautious with salt as feta is already salty) in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the tomato-feta mixture and toss to combine. Add red chilli flakes if using. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes.

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Step 3: Shape the paratha tart shells

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with ghee or oil. Divide the rested dough into 6 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle about 6-7 inches in diameter, slightly larger than your muffin cups. The circles should be thin but not translucent. Brush each circle with melted ghee or butter. Press each paratha circle into a muffin cup, and let the edges pleat naturally and extend slightly above the rim to create a tart shell. Prick the bottom of each shell with a fork 3-4 times to prevent puffing during initial baking.

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Step 4: Blind bake the tart shells

Brush the edges of each paratha shell with beaten egg (skip this step for a vegetarian version and use milk instead). Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shells are golden and firm but not completely crispy. They should hold their shape when touched. Remove from the oven, but keep the oven on. The shells will continue cooking with the filling, so you don't want them fully crispy yet.

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Step 6: Garnish and serve

Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for 2-3 minutes to set. Carefully remove each tart from the muffin tin using a butter knife or small offset spatula to loosen the edges. Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and a final grinding of black pepper. Serve immediately.

Step 1

Step 1: Prepare the paratha dough

10 Minutes

Step 2

Step 2: Prepare the tomato-feta filling

10 Minutes

Step 3

Step 3: Shape the paratha tart shells

15 Minutes

Step 4

Step 4: Blind bake the tart shells

12 Minutes

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Plating Instructions

Arrange the paratha tarts on a wooden board or white ceramic platter to showcase their beautiful colours.

Pairing Instructions

These tarts can be paired with a fresh green salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette or cucumber raita for a light meal. For beverages, serve with masala chai, iced mint lemonade, or a chilled white wine.

Garnishing Instructions

Garnish each tart with a small basil leaf and toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds.

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Description - Step 1

Step 1: Prepare the paratha dough

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Prepare the tomato-feta filling

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Shape the paratha tart shells

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Blind bake the tart shells

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Fill and final bake

Description - Step 6

Step 6: Garnish and serve

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