Ready in

40 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

4 Parathas

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by @Aura cooking on YouTube
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All Ingredients

For Paneer Paratha Filling

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For Paratha Dough

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For Green Chutney

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Paneer Filling

    Grate the paneer into a bowl. Finely chop the onion, green chili, and coriander leaves using a chopper or knife.

  2. Season the Paneer Filling

    To the grated paneer, add the chopped coriander leaves, salt as per taste, half a teaspoon of coriander powder, half a teaspoon of garam masala powder, and the finely chopped onion and green chili. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until well combined.

  3. Stuff the Paratha

    Take a ball of whole wheat dough and flatten it slightly. Spread a little oil or ghee on the flattened dough. Place a portion of the prepared paneer filling in the center of the dough. Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling to seal it, forming a square shape.

  4. Roll the Paratha

    Lightly dust the work surface with flour. Place the stuffed dough ball on it and gently roll it out into a square-shaped paratha using a rolling pin. Ensure to roll it evenly and gently to prevent the filling from coming out.

  5. Cook the Paratha

    Heat a tawa or flat pan over medium heat. Add a little oil or ghee to the pan. Place the rolled paratha onto the hot pan. Cook for a minute or two until small bubbles appear and the bottom is lightly golden.

  6. Flip and Finish Cooking

    Apply a dollop of butter or ghee on the top side of the paratha. Flip the paratha and cook the other side until golden brown spots appear. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking and a crispy texture. Flip again and cook until both sides are well-cooked and golden brown.

  7. Prepare the Green Chutney

    In a blender jar, add fresh coriander leaves, green chilies, salt as per taste, a pinch of spice powder (like chaat masala or asafoetida), garlic cloves, and a piece of ginger. Squeeze in the juice of half a lime. Add 2-3 ice cubes to help retain the vibrant green color and blend until a smooth paste is formed.

  8. Serve

    Serve the hot paneer parathas with the freshly made green chutney.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Paneer?

    • Extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed — Pan-fry first for closer texture.
    • Halloumi — Saltier; reduce added salt.
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
  • No Asafoetida (hing)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add finely chopped ginger toCustomise

    Add finely chopped ginger to the paneer filling for extra flavor.

  • Adjust the spice level of

    Adjust the spice level of the chutney by adding more or fewer green chilies.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipRoll the Paratha Gently to

    Roll the paratha gently to prevent the filling from tearing the dough.

  • Cooking tipAdd Ice Cubes to the

    Add ice cubes to the chutney while blending to retain its vibrant green color.

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