Remember my post on Chickpea Patties – the blend of legumes and spices was a real treat to the senses.The unused portion of the chickpea mix was refrigerated overnight and used as filling for the parathas. The following day saw a very tasty lunch that was well enjoyed by kids n hubby ! And parathas need not be dripping with ghee, a few drops of olive oil does a fine job of producing a similar effect and is practically guilt free indulgence ! I am sending this power packed protein-rich dish to Shobha’s Cook it healthy- Proteinicious
See the no grease look on them — they are a must try !
For the filling, roughly mashed chickpeas along with onions, garlic & bell pepper fused in with Zesty Mediterranean flavours like dried oregano & rosemary to make a flavorful blend. This was further pepped up with fresh greens like mint & coriander and a dash of lemon juice along with almonds & sesame seeds. This mix was perfect as a filling for the tasty parathas .
What goes :-
For the filling—-
- Chickpeas – 1 cup-(soaked & pressure cooked) /if using canned, drained & rinsed & roughly mashed
- Onion – 1 (small) – finely chopped
- Green Pepper – 1/2 – finely chopped
- Garlic – 1 to 2 pods – finely chopped
- Mint Leaves – a fisful – roughly chopped
- Fresh Coriander leaves – a few sprigs – finely chopped
- Green Chilli – 1- to taste – optional
- Seasonings – (Dried Rosemary, Dried Chives, Oregano, Red Chilli Powder mixed in equal quantity) – 1 to 2 tsp of the blend – to taste
- Lemon – a dash of lemon juice
- Sesame Seeds – a few sprinkles
- Powdered almonds – little – optional
- Salt – to taste
For the dough:-
- Wheat Flour – 1 cup
- Water – as required
- Oil – little
How:-
Mix the flour & water as required for the flat bread – add a little oil and knead well for a fine dough !! Set aside. In a bowl mix all the ingredients for the filling and let it rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before using them either for patties or for parathas.
Taking a small ball of the dough and make a pocket for the filling, stuff the required mix, close it and roll out flatly. Let it cook on a non stick pan / griddle pan adding a few drops of olive oil.
Enjoy the parathas with pickle/raita/ketch-up/salad or any choice accompaniments
Enjoy !
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Thank you so much for your sweet notes in my blog. Love all the stuffed parathas and this is new to me.
Hi Priya,
Awesome ..yumm n love the seasonings..
Unique and innovative recipe. Looks wonderful, crispy, yummy and healthy.
wow..souns absolutely healthy n yummmmy..
Tasty Appetite
Love the idea….looks yum…bookmarked it
Wow, this is nice..love the stuffing..looks healthy and nutritious..
This stuffed paratha looks awesome !! the filling is so nutritious
Deepa
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These are power packed parathas Priya…next time I boil the chick peas this paratha will be on my dinner menu.
Thanx for your lovely words at my space….these parathas are filled with loads of nutrients n a healthy choice too….sure will make this paratha soon :)
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Absolutely delicious and healthy paratha
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looks very tasty and healthy!!!would be right option for dinner
Healthy and delicious parathas..yum
Nice stuffing and healthy parathas !!
Wow.. wholesome recipe.. yumm..
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wow, what a great filling :)
Wow great filling!
Nutritious and delicious parathas,simply inviting..
Never tried chick peas in parathas but sounds like a lovely combo..