Do you want a stuffed paratha that is flavorful, crispy, and flaky? Try this traditional Mughlai Paratha recipe, which is a rich and delectable Indian bread stuffed with minced meat and spiced eggs. This stuffed paratha, a royal creation from Mughal kitchens, is ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a filling snack.

About mughlai paratha recipe

Mughlai Paratha is a tasty, stuffed flatbread that originated in the Mughal cuisine and has since become a part of Bengali and North Indian cuisine. This rich, crispy, and flaky paratha is stuffed with a savory mixture of eggs, minced meat, and aromatic spices. A street food delicacy in Kolkata, Mughlai Paratha is ideal for breakfast, lunch, or as a evening snack.

This blog will take you through a step-by-step procedure to make this scrumptious Mughlai Paratha at home, along with expert tips, serving ideas, and variations to suit your choice.

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Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups maida (all-purpose flour)
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp sugar
• Water (as required for kneading)

For the Filling:

• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• ½ medium onion (chopped)
• 2 tbsp onions paste
• 4 green chilies (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tbsp coriander leaves (chopped)
• Salt to taste
• 2 tsp turmeric powder
• Oil or ghee (for frying)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (maida), salt, and 2 tbsp of oil or ghee.

Mixing all-purpose flour, salt, sugar and oil together

2. Gradually add water and knead to soft smooth dough.

3. Cover the dough covered after applying some oil and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Knead all into a smooth dough

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

1. Heat a pan with 1 tbsp of oil and sauté the onions paste until all the water evamporates out.

Saùting the onions paste in oil

2. Add ginger-garlic paste Mix well with the onions paste until the raw smell disappears.

Adding ginger-garlic paste

3. Add chopped green chilies, salt and turmeric and mix together. 

Adding chopped green chilies, salt and turmeric powder

4. Add breadcrumbs to the mixture and mix together.

Adding breadcrumbs to the mixture

5. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.

6. Combine the cooked filling, beaten eggs, chopped onions, chopped green chilies and chopped coriander leaves.

Step 3: Roll out the dough

1. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll out each portion into a thin square or circular sheet.

Divide the dough into small portions into balls

2. Place the rolled-out dough on a flat surface and prepare to place the filling.

Step 4: Fill and Cook the Paratha

1. Fill some of the egg-breadcrumbs mixture in the middle of the dough.

Adding the fillings inside the paratha

2. Fold the sides in gently to make a square pouch and close it.

3. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and fry the paratha on a medium flame.

Frying the parathas into oil

4. Flip and fry both sides until crispy and golden brown on both sides.

Step 5: Serve Hot

Then, place the paratha on a plate, cut it into portions, and serve with chutney, ketchup, or a side salad.

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Tips to Make Mughlai Paratha Flawless

Ensure that the dough is pliable and soft so that you can roll and fold it with ease.

1. Bake in cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan for even cooking.

2. Take care not to fill the paratha too much to avoid leakage during cooking.

3. Cook on medium heat to enable the egg filling to be cooked completely inside.

4  For extra crispiness, fry with ghee instead of oil.

Serving Suggestions

1. Serve with tamarind chutney, mint chutney, or tomato ketchup.

2. Serve with a side of raita or yogurt for a crunchy contrast.

3. Serve with cold lassi or a glass of masala chai for a complete meal.

Types of Mughlai Paratha

1. Vegetarian Mughlai Paratha: Replace eggs and meat with spiced vegetable mixture, paneer, or mashed potatoes.

2. Cheese Mughlai Paratha: Add grated cheese to the filling to produce a cheese variant.

3. Spicy Mughlai Paratha: Use additional green chilies and black pepper for a spicier flavor.

4. Healthy Whole Wheat Version: Replace all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier alternative.

Health Benefits of Mughlai Paratha

1. High in Protein Content: the egg are both high in protein content within them.

2. Good Source of Carbohydrates: The flour paratha gives energy-providing carbohydrates.

3. Adaptable to Healthier Versions: Using whole wheat flour and less oil, it can be a healthier version.