TANDOORI ALOO PARATHA

Aloo paratha ( lit. ‘potato paratha‘) is a paratha (flat bread dish) stuffed with potato filling native to the Indian subcontinent.

Aloo paratha is a dish which everyone enjoys with a cup of raita or dahi. This paratha has potatoes which are rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6 content, coupled with its lack of cholesterol, all support heart health. Adding oats flour to the dough increases the protein and fiber content of the recipe.

The paratha is an important part of a traditional breakfast from the Indian subcontinent. Traditionally, it is made using ghee but oil is also used. Some people may even bake it in the oven for health reasons. Usually, the paratha is eaten with dollops of white butter on top of it.

Stuffed Parathe, Punjab

This state is known for serving variety of stuffed parathas in breakfast. Gobhi Paratha, Aloo Paratha and Paneer Paratha are some of the popular ones.

You can go with sattu paratha, another day choose sprouts stuffed paratha, dal paratha, paneer paratha, veggies paratha or plain paratha with vegetable raita. Therefore, you can eat paratha, but for better nutrition, you should eat a variety of foods, such as cereal, pulses and vegetables,” she explains.

Every food has a unique history, and Aloo Paratha is no exception. Its story takes us back to the early 12th century when stuffed parathas first made their appearance. Initially, these parathas were filled with sweet ingredients like jaggery and gram paste, making a pleasing contrast of flavors.

One paratha (whole wheat paratha) has 126 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 62 calories, proteins account for 10 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 54 calories. One paratha provides about 6 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.