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    Home » Recipes » Roti | Parathas

    Paneer Paratha - Punjabi Treat

    Published: Apr 24, 2014 · by Nisha

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    My memories associated with this Northwest state are mainly through Hindi movies. A train running along the lush green pasture, two men wearing a traditional Kurta and Tamba, dancing to the folk tune of the song "Ghar aaja pardesi, tera des bulaye re". That's the picture that runs in my mind when I hear or talk about this region. Yes, the long-running paddy field and Bhangra dance are the first things that comes to mind when I say Punjab apart from their delectable array of spread.
    Paneer Paratha

    For me, North Indian menu invariably means Punjabi food. Whenever we feel like having outside food, I always prefer a Punjabi restaurant. Even though for me South Indian meal is home food and a comfort, when it comes to pleasing my palate, it is always Channa Masala, Rajma, Parathas, Kulcha and all other creamy, rich curries this region has to offer.  The accompaniments for these rotis, raw onions, green chillies, curd and pickle create a magic. I seriously wonder who did all these pairings. Simply awesome and eating these rotis is an art - tearing it with one hand and folding it to scoop the curry without any mess.  Today's recipe is a simple paneer paratha that should be enjoyed with a glass of Mango lassi. (post to be followed soon).

    Paneer Paratha

    Stepwise pictorial for easy understanding.

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    Paneer Paratha
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    Paneer Paratha - Punjabi Treat
    Prep Time
    1 hr
    Cook Time
    15 mins
    Total Time
    1 hr 15 mins
     
    Flatbreads stuffed with a spicy paneer filling.
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian, Punjabi
    Servings: 7 parathas
    Author: Nisha
    Ingredients
    Dough (outer cover)
    • 2 cups atta | wheat flour
    • Water to knead the dough
    • Salt To taste
    For the Paratha Filling
    • 2 cups Grated Paneer | Cottage cheese
    • 3 green chillies, finely chopped
    • ½ teaspoon  turmeric powder
    • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1 teaspoon garam Masala
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
    • 1 teaspoon kasurimethi (dry fenugreek leaves) optional
    • Salt To taste
    Instructions
    Dough (outer cover)
    1. In a mixing bowl, add the flour and salt. Knead the flour into a soft pliable dough by sprinkling water little by little. Knead for at least 5 minutes until it turns to a light colour and is very soft. Cover it with a wet cloth or an airtight lid and rest it for about one-hour minimum.
    For the paratha filling
    1. Just before making the parathas, combine the grated cheese and other ingredients mentioned in under the paratha filling. Check for seasoning and adjust. You can increase/reduce the amount of spice as per your reference. 

    Making parathas
    1. Take the kneaded dough, divide into 7 equal portions.
    2. Roll out one into a small disc of about 2 or 3". (Refer collage 1) Place about 2 heaped tablespoons filling in the centre. Fold from the sides and close it in the centre. ( Refer collage 2)
    3. With the folded side facing up, roll out the dough again, as gentle as possible and slightly thicker than the regular rotis. ( Refer collage 3)
    4. Heat the tawa | gridle over medium heat. Once it is hot, place the paratha. Flip, once slight brown spots appear on the bottom. Apply ghee to the flipped side. Do the same on the other side. ( Refer collage 3)
    5. Cook the parathas, flipping in between until brown spots appear on both sides. ( Refer collage 4)
    Recipe Notes
    1. Make the filling slightly spicy as it is stuffed in the dough. Sometimes it might become bland after stuffing inside the dough. 
    2. You can adjust the spice as per your required spice level. 

     

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    Comments

    1. vaishali sabnani says

      July 10, 2014 at 10:08 am

      Whoever did these pairings..did a great jib..I myself am a big fan of this cuisine and love the way you have displayed this spread . awesome.

      Reply
    2. Jayanthi Padmanabhan says

      June 16, 2014 at 12:14 pm

      paneer paratha and aloo parathas will never go out of style.. these look yummy

      Reply
    3. Archana Potdar says

      June 09, 2014 at 3:32 pm

      Awesome. Love the stepwise pics. I think I can manage the paratha thanks to the pics.

      Reply
    4. Chef Mireille says

      May 16, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      the step by step pics are amazing

      Reply
    5. Suma Gandlur says

      May 11, 2014 at 6:04 pm

      A scrumptious meal with those filling, nutritious parathas, dahi and mango lassi

      Reply
    6. Usha says

      May 08, 2014 at 12:40 pm

      Stuffed paratha puffed up so well. Nice presentation and filling breakfast or meal. Certainly a filling meal, regardless of when it is served; breakfast, lunch or dinner.

      Reply
    7. Harini-Jaya R says

      May 06, 2014 at 11:22 pm

      Perfectly made parathas and beautifully presented as well.

      Reply
    8. Pavani N says

      April 30, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      Parathas are perfectly made. Love your presentation.

      Reply
    9. Srivalli says

      April 27, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      Your paratha picture looks so yum and inviting..and I love that song as well..:)

      Reply
    10. Nivedhanams Sowmya says

      April 25, 2014 at 9:49 am

      which one to choose? the mango lassi or the delicious paratha?? both are very tempting and irresistible..

      Reply
    11. Mohit Bn says

      April 25, 2014 at 9:49 am

      Lovely picture and also loved the recipe ! Check this out its mine a bit diff http://cookneatrecipes.com/how-to-make-paneer-paratha-recipe/

      Reply
    12. Varadas Kitchen says

      April 25, 2014 at 3:42 am

      Very nicely made. The parathas look great but I am eying the mango lassi peeking in the background. The pictures are vibrant and colorful.

      Reply
    13. Priya Suresh says

      April 24, 2014 at 8:29 am

      Wat a beautifully stuffed paratha, couldnt stop drooling myself here, paneer is my weakness..Paratha is just torturing me.

      Reply
    14. The Pumpkin Farm says

      April 24, 2014 at 8:17 am

      i am stuck whether to begin with the delicious paneer paratha or grab that little bottle of mango lassi

      Reply

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      November 27, 2017 at 1:12 pm

      […] Indian curries and is the breadbasket of the nation. A typical North Indian breakfast consists of Parathas (a veggie/meat stuffed roti) with a big dollop of butter on top and chai on the side. This is […]

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