Savor the Taste of Winter with Pea Parathas
In winter, every bite of food seems to taste better, especially when it’s something warm and comforting. Today, we bring you the delicious recipe for spicy green pea parathas, perfect for the chilly season. The pea stuffing in these parathas adds a flavorful twist that will make your taste buds sing. Here’s how you can make these mouth-watering parathas at home.
Ingredients for Pea Paratha
- Peas
- Green chilies
- Coriander leaves
- Ground coriander
- Ground red chili
- Mango powder
- Cumin seeds
- Asafoetida
- Salt
- Flour
- Refined oil
Step-by-Step Recipe for Pea Paratha
Step 1: Preparing the Peas
- Begin by peeling the green peas.
- Add some salt and boil them in a pressure cooker for 2-3 whistles.
- Once done, turn off the heat, release the pressure, and drain the peas using a sieve to remove all the water.
Step 2: Making the Pea Mixture
- Once the peas cool down, lightly mash them.
- Heat some oil in a pan.
- Add half a teaspoon of cumin seeds and one chopped chili to the hot oil.
- Add the mashed peas to the pan.
Step 3: Spicing It Up
- Add one and a half teaspoons of ground coriander, a pinch of ground red chili, finely chopped green chili, less than half a teaspoon of mango powder, finely chopped coriander leaves, a pinch of asafoetida, and salt to taste.
- Stir well and fry the mixture on low flame for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once done, let the mixture cool down.
Step 4: Making the Parathas
- Knead the dough well and add some salt.
- Take a portion of the dough and fill it with the pea mixture, forming a round ball.
- Lightly roll out the dough.
- Heat a pan on low flame and fry the paratha on both sides until golden brown.
- Repeat the process for the remaining dough and pea mixture.
Serving Suggestion
- Enjoy these hot parathas with pickles and a cup of tea for an even more delightful experience.
