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Besan Stuffed Paratha

Besan Stuffed Paratha

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Besan stuffed paratha is a wholesome Indian flatbread filled with spiced gram flour, offering a flavorful and nutritious meal for all.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 Paratha

Ingredients
  

FOR DOUGH

  • 2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup or as required water
  • 1 tbsp oil

FOR STUFFING

  • 1/2 cup besan/gram flour
  • 2 tbsp onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp dry mango powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 green chilli (finely chopped)
  • 1 inch ginger (grated)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp coriander leaves
  • Oil for frying

Instructions
 

MAKING OF DOUGH

  • Take whole wheat flour, salt and oil in a bowl. Mix.
  • Add little water at the time and start assembling the flour.
  • Knead into a normal dough.
  • Cover and keep aside.

PREPARATION OF STUFFING

  • Dry roast besan in a pan for 5-6 minutes until aromatic.
  • Take out in a bowl.
  • Add rest of the ingredients i.e. onion, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, dry mango powder, garam masala, green chilli (finely chopped), ginger (grated), oil and coriander leaves. Mix well.
  • Mix well.

MAKING OF PARATHA

  • Take a handful of dough and roll it in your palm.
  • Flatten it slightly by pressing with finger tips.
  • Further press the round edges making them more thin than the centre.
  • Place a tbsp of besan mixture in it.
  • Seal the dough properly.
  • Roll on a rolling board.
  • Cook on tawa by applying oil on both the sides.
  • Enjoy hot.