cauliflower paneer lifafa paratha recipe | stuffed gobi paneer lifafa paratha | cauliflower paneer lifafa |
by Tarla Dalal
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Lifafa parathas are shaped beautifully as envelopes, which hold sumptuous fillings inside them. They are a pretty sight to behold, sure to make you drool!
So, let us not get in the way, as you get set to prepare these delicious parathas packed with an ever-popular combination of cauliflower and paneer perked up with green chillies and coriander.
Make sure you cook the Cauliflower and Paneer Lifafa Paratha on a slow flame, so that the insides get properly cooked.
You can just serve it with just plain curds or Mint Raita ( Phudina Raita) .
For the parathas- Combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and knead into a soft dough.
- Divide the dough into 7 equal portions. Keep aside.
How to proceed- Divide the stuffing into 7 equal; portions. Keep aside.
- In a small bowl add plain flour and approx. 1/4 cup of water and whisk well to make a thick paste. Keep aside.
- Roll a portion into a 225 mm. (9”) diameter circle using a little plain flour for rolling.
- Place one portion of the stuffing in the centre and fold 2 opposite corners of the roti over the filling, overlapping them slightly.
- Now fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the stuffing well.
- Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha on a slow flame, using 1/2 tsp butter to cook each paratha till they are golden brown in colour from both the sides.
- Repeat steps 3 to 6 to make 6 more parathas.
- Serve immediately.
Cauliflower and Paneer Lifafa Paratha recipe with step by step photos
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cauliflower paneer lifafa paratha recipe | stuffed gobi paneer lifafa paratha | cauliflower paneer lifafa | is made using easily available ingredients in India:
For the dough: 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1 cup plain flour (maida), Salt to taste, 1 tsp oil for kneading and plain flour (maida) for rolling. See the below image of list of ingredients for making palak paneer lifafa paratha.
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To Be Mixed Into A Stuffing:
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To make cauliflower paneer lifafa paratha recipe | stuffed gobi paneer lifafa paratha | cauliflower paneer lifafa | in a deep bowl, add 1 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta).
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Add 1 cup of plain flour (maida).
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Add salt to taste.
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Add approx. 1 cup of water and knead into a soft dough.
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Add 1 tsp oil and knead again.
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Cover with a lid and keep aside.
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Divide the dough into 7 equal portions.
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In a deep bowl 1 cup grated paneer (cottage cheese).
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Add 1 cup grated cauliflower. Cauliflower has a mild, slightly sweet, and earthy flavor that pairs well with the savory taste of paneer (Indian cottage cheese). This creates a well-rounded and interesting flavor profile in the paratha filling.
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Add ¼ cup finely chopped onions. Onions release moisture while cooking, which helps to prevent the stuffing from becoming dry and crumbly. Finely chopped onions can introduce a very slight textural variation within the stuffing.
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Add 1½ tsp finely chopped green chillies. Green chillies add a touch of heat to the paratha, but in a more subtle way compared to red chilli powder.
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Add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania). Coriander leaves add a bright, fresh, and slightly citrusy flavor profile to the paratha filling.
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Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
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Add freshly ground black pepper to taste. We added 1/4 tsp kalimirch.
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Add ¼ tsp garam masala. The warm spices in garam masala complement the savory taste of cauliflower and the mild flavor of paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
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Add 1 tsp chaat masala.
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Mix well.
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Divide into 7 equal portions.
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In a small bowl add 2 tbsp plain flour (maida).
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Add approx. 1/4 cup of water and whisk well to make a thick paste. Keep aside.
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Place a portion of the dough.
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Roll each portion into a 225 mm. (9”) diameter circle using a little plain flour for rolling.
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Place one portion of the stuffing in the centre.
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Fold 2 opposite corners of the roti over the filling, overlapping them slightly.
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Now fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the stuffing well.
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Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha on a slow flame
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Cook them using 1/2 tsp butter to cook each paratha.
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Till they are golden brown in colour from both the sides.
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Serve cauliflower paneer lifafa paratha recipe | stuffed gobi paneer lifafa paratha | cauliflower paneer lifafa | immediately.
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You can also add diced mozzarella cheese or grated processed cheese in the stuffing to make it more flavourful.
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Make sure to apply the plain flour mixture properly to seal the paratha.
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You can also add finely chopped coloured capsicum in the stuffing for a pleasant mouthfeel.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv) per paratha
| Energy | 256 cal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31.8 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Fat | 11.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 15 mg |
| Sodium | 61.2 mg |
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