Gobi Paratha, Punjabi Gobi Paratha recipe with step by step photos
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Paratha or stuffed paratha are sumptuous Indian flat-breads that can be relished with curd, pickle, raita or even sabji. They can be as simple as the plain paratha or something as filling as the aloo paratha or the paneer paratha. You can even mix together all the ingredients to prepare a delightful dough and then roll out a paratha just like we have done in the below mentioned gobi paratha recipe | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | This is a quick and easy version of the authentic gobhi paratha. Check out these suggestions to make similar parathas for breakfast or lunch :
Preparation for Gobi-
Remove the top leaves and wash the cauliflower. Clean the cauliflower well to get rid of the hidden worms.
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Using a grater or a food processor, grate the cauliflower. Grate it finely or else the parathas will break.
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For preparing the gobi paratha recipe | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | measure all the ingredients and keep ready.
For the dough-
For making the dough of gobi paratha | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | in a deep bowl, take 1 cup whole wheat flour. To make nutritious parathas make use of multi-grain flour instead
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Add 1 tsp oil. Oil can be substituted with ghee. The fat helps in making parathas softer.
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For making the dough of gobi paratha | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | in a deep bowl, take 1 cup whole wheat flour. To make nutritious parathas make use of multi-grain flour instead.
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Gradually add water to form a dough. The quantity of water will depend upon the quality of the flour. To make extra smooth gobi parathas, knead the dough using milk instead of water.
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Knead into a soft dough using enough water. We have used 3/4 cup of water. Always while making stuffed paratha knead the dough little soft so it is easy to roll the parathas.
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Cover the dough with a muslin cloth or a plate and keep aside for 15 minutes.
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Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
For the gobi stuffing-
For making the gobi stuffing, heat the oil in a broad non-stick pan. If you are in haste then do not saute gobi and simply grate it and add to the parathas.
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Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds.
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When the cumin seeds crackle, add the onions.
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Add green chilies and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds. Add more or fewer chillies to suit your tastebuds.
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Add the cauliflower.
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Add salt Mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Add 4 tbsp of water.
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Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
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Add the coriander.
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Mix well and keep the gobi stuffing aside.
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Divide the gobi stuffing into 6 equal portions. Keep aside.
How to make Gobi paratha-
To make gobi paratha recipe | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | roll out a portion of the dough into a 100 mm. (4") diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
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Place one portion of the gobi stuffing in the center of the circle. Do not overstuff the parathas or else it will become difficult to roll them.
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Bring together all the sides in the center.
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Press the pinched dough down to seal all the gaps tightly.
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Roll out again into a circle of 175 mm. (7") in diameter using whole wheat flour for rolling. Apply equal pressure while rolling so the paratha turns automatically. Be gentle, do not apply too much pressure or else the paratha will break and the stuffing will ooze out.
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Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and place the gobi paratha.
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Cook on a medium flame using a little ghee, till golden brown spots appear on one side. You can use oil or butter to cook the gobi parathas.
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Press with a spatula and cook on both sides using ghee until the gobi paratha is golden brown and crisp.
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Repeat steps 2 to 8 to make 5 more gobi paratha | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha |
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Serve the cauliflower paratha hot. gobi paratha | Punjabi gobi paratha | gobi ka paratha | cauliflower paratha | are generally relished for breakfast with yogurt, pickle and a cup of chai. You can even pack this paratha for lunch.