Mouth-Watering Matar Ka Paratha Recipe from Priyashii’s Kitchen
Welcome to Priyashii’s Kitchen, where we are passionate about creating delicious and easy-to-make recipes. Today, we are thrilled to share with you our delightful Green Peas Paratha recipe, also known as Matar Ka Paratha. It’s a wholesome and flavorful stuffed paratha that is an absolute crowd-pleaser. Let’s jump right into the ingredients and recipe!
Ingredients:
For the dough:
– 2 cups whole wheat flour
– Water as needed
– Salt to taste
For the stuffing:
– 1 cup fresh green peas
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 green chili, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
– 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon dried mango powder (amchur)
– Salt to taste
– Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
For cooking:
– Ghee or oil as required
Instructions:
1. Prepare the dough by combining whole wheat flour, salt, and water. Knead the dough until it’s smooth and pliable. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
2. Boil the green peas until they are tender. Drain and mash them coarsely.
3. In a pan, heat some oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
5. Stir in the mashed green peas and cook for a few minutes.
6. Add garam masala, amchur, salt, and fresh coriander leaves. Mix well and let the stuffing cool.
7. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls. Roll out each ball into a small circle and place a spoonful of the green peas stuffing in the center.
8. Seal the edges and roll out the stuffed dough into a paratha.
9. Heat a tawa or griddle and cook the paratha with ghee until it’s golden brown and crispy on both sides.
10. Serve hot with yogurt, pickle, or any chutney of your choice.
These scrumptious Matar Ka Parathas are a great way to incorporate the goodness of green peas into your meal. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Try out this recipe from Priyashii’s Kitchen and elevate your cooking game!