Methi Aloo Paneer Stuffed Paratha is a healthy stuffed paratha made with fresh methi or fenugreek leaves with aloo and paneer. With spices added, this makes a delicious lunch box dish.
We mostly make these stuffed parathas for weekends, however, I also pack these for Konda's lunch box as it's easy to handle and eat. These parathas are a wonderful option to make.
I mostly make about 2 to 3 numbers, it's easy to get the whole cooking done within 30 minutes and to pack for kids for their Lunch Box Dishes In 30 Minutes.
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Ingredients
Making Outer Layer of the Methi Aloo Paneer Stuffed Paratha
Flour - I have used Wheat Flour to make the outer layer. You can include other flours as well if you want it healthy or looking for other ideas.
Apart from this, I have only used salt and water to knead the dough.
A little bit of any cooking oil of your choice will help the dough to become softer.
For the Stuffing
These parathas have more or less equal amounts of the main ingredients.
Methi - I have big methi or the Delhi methi leaves as we call it.
For binding and protein fix - I have used potato and paneer for both binding and adding protein to the paratha.
Spices - I have used green chilies for the spice along with regular pantry spices like ginger, and cumin seeds.
Spice powder - Chat masala adds a twist and balances out the ingredient flavour.
Instructions
Methi Aloo Paneer Stuffed Paratha - For the Outer Layer
Take the flour in a bowl with salt and add the water as required to knead to a soft dough. Divide into equal balls and let it rest for 10 mins.
Step By Step Pictures for making the paratha
How to make the stuffing for Stuffed Methi Aloo Paneer Paratha
Wash and clean the methi leaves. Let it drain if required, and chop it finely.
Slash the potatoes and microwave for 5 to 6 minutes till cooked. Peel the skin and mash well.
Heat a nonstick pan with Oil, add Cumin Seeds, Green chili powder, and Ginger paste. Saute well.
Next, add the methi leaves, and simmer till the leaves are well cooked, for about 5 mins.
Add salt and Turmeric Powder. Add the mashed potato, and combine well.
Now add the grated paneer and mix well.
Add the chat masala and cook for another 5 minutes.
For assembling
Dust the balls, flatten them, place a spoon of the stuffing in the center. Next cover the outer layer on all sides.
Roll into 6 inches discs and cook on a hot tawa or griddle on both sides with oil-smeared.
Serve with curds and pickles.
Substitutions & Variations
When you are not able to find the Delhi Methi leaves, you can go with any local variety you get. If you are thinking about dried methi, you can certainly use dried methi leaves as well.
If stuffing is tough for you, can you make it as the Methi Roti I have.
Storage
Since we are using fresh methi leaves, make sure you preserve the fresh leaves well packed. Else the leaves will leave a bitter taste to the paratha.
You can store the boiled potato and prepared paneer for a day or two before using it.
The cooked parathas stay good when refrigerated and can be served hot after cooking it or microwave it.
Equipment
We will need a mixing bowl, chopping board and a tawa to make these parathas.
Expert tips
Since these are stuffed parathas, make sure the leaves are not very moist. Ensure the leaves are dry before adding grated potato and paneer.
Best side dish for these parathas!
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Methi Aloo Paneer Stuffed Paratha:
FAQ
Methi or Fenugreek leaves are healthy and can be consumed regularly. Certainly, including fenugreek is good and healthy as it also possesses heating properties, it also can help increase body metabolism and improve digestion.
As result of adding potato and paneer, these parathas don't taste bitter as these two balance the taste and you will not find the bitterness.
Recipe
Methi Aloo Paneer Stuffed Paratha
Ingredients
For the Outer Layer
- 2 cups Wheat Flour
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
- 1 tsp Cooking Oil
For the Stuffing
- 1 cup Fenugreek Leaves / Fresh Methi Leaves
- 1 cup Potato
- 1 cup Paneer grated
- 2 tsp Cooking Oil
- 3 to 4 nos Green Chillies
- 1 inch Ginger
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- Salt to Taste
- A Pinch Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Chat Masala
Instructions
For the Outer Layer
- Take the flour in a bowl with salt and add the water as required to knead to a soft dough. Divide into equal balls and let it rest for 10 mins.
For the stuffing:
- Wash and clean the methi leaves. Let it drain, if required, chop it finely.
- Slash the potatoes and microwave for 5 to 6 mins till cooked. Peel the skin and mash well.
- Heat a nonstick pan with Oil, add Cumin Seeds, Green Chillies Ginger paste. Saute well.
- Next, add the methi leaves, simmer till the leaves are well cooked, for about 5 mins.
- Add salt and Turmeric Powder. Add the mashed potato, and combine well.
- Now add the grated paneer and mix well.
- Add the chat masala and cook for another 5 mins.
For assembling
- Dust the balls, flatten, place a spoon of the stuffing in the center. Next cover outer layer on all sides.
- Roll into 6 inches discs and cook on a hot tawa or griddle on both sides with oil smeared.
- Serve with curds and pickle.
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Varada says
The paneer you added to the potatoes and methi would make this an instant hit at my house. Nutritious and perfect for a weekday lunch
vaishalisabnani says
I normally make methi aloo parathas , but I am sure adding paneer would make it healthy , protein rich . Will give it a try the next time make these .
Suma Gandlur says
Nutritious and wholesome parathas for either lunch boxes or weekend brunches.
Priya Suresh says
Such a super filling paratha with all my favourite ingredients in it. Kids will love these sort of stuffed parathas in their lunch box definitely.
Gayathri Kumar says
Potatoes and methi leaves make an amazing combination. With that as the filling these parathas must be very tasty. Love it.
harini says
Wow! adding paneer to the aloo and methi sounds like a good one.
srividhya says
Very nutritious. Aloo + methi + paneer - it can't got wrong. Yummy combination
FoodTrails says
I love methi and this is one of the perfect way to feed it ti kids...my 7 yr old loves to take this for lunch with jam.. The pic looks so inviting... tempting to make some hot paranthas soon..
Priya Srinivasan says
Methi aloo paneer paratha sounds delish. Love such quick and easy to make lunch box recipes valli! I bet both my boys would love this for their dabba. Hearty and delish meal!
Radha says
This will be loved in our home! What not to love in these delicious paratha with a wonderful stuffing.
Archana says
I love the addition of paneer to make methi aloo parathas, Valli. I tried it and the complaints that methi is bitter disappeared. Thanks.