Raw Papaya Paratha

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raw papaya paratha recipe | papaya paratha | papaya stuffed paratha | papite ka paratha is a unique Indian bread with delightful spices which are sure to awaken your senses. Learn how to make papaya stuffed paratha.

Papite ka paratha has a subtle but unique flavour and a nice mouth-feel. The flavour of the stuffing is boosted using a combination of common spices, which works perfectly with the raw papaya. The addition of coriander boosts its aroma and flavour further.

To make raw papaya paratha, first combine the wheat flour, oil and salt and knead into a semi-soft dough using water. Keep aside. Then make the stuffing by combining grated raw papaya, ginger, coriander, green chillies, garlic, amchur powder, garam masala, black pepper powder and salt in a deep bowl. Mix well. Divide both the stuffing and dough into 4 equal portions. Roll a portion of the dough into a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling. Place a portion of stuffing in the centre of the circle. Bring together all the sides in the centre and seal tightly. Roll again into a circle of 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling. Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha using 1 tsp of oil until golden brown spots appear on both the sides. Repeat steps 3 to 7 to make 3 more parathas. Serve immediately.

Raw papaya is a wonderful ingredient for savoury cooking, whether you want to add it to a subzi or a paratha. Indeed, the papaya paratha is a no-fuss one, but one that’s sure to please everyone. So, go for it without any second thoughts.

The enzyme papain in papaya acts as an antioxidant and helps protect the heart. It is exceptionally a good source of vitamin A – a nutrient which is necessary for good vision and a glowing skin. It helps to cleanse our body, reduce the toxin level and delays the onset of ageing. With plentiful of vitamin C, raw papaya is an immune boosting vegetable too. Thus this papaya stuffed paratha is a wise choice for weight watchers to heart patients and even diabetics.

Tips for raw papaya paratha. 1. Do not make the raw papaya stuffing too much in advance, it might leave water and then rolling would become very difficult. 2. Finely chop all the ingredients of the stuffing so rolling is easier. 3. For diabetics, we recommend to restrict the consumption of this paratha to one.

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins 4Makes 4 parathas
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Ingredients

For The Dough
3/4 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
1 tsp oil
salt to taste

To Be Mixed Into A Stuffing
1 cup grated raw papaya
1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak)
1/4 cup finely chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
1 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)
1/4 tsp garam masala
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch)
salt to taste

Other Ingredients For Raw Papaya Paratha
4 tsp oil for cooking
whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta) for rolling

Method

For the dough

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, mix well and knead into a semi-soft dough using enough water.
Cover with a lid and keep aside for 15 minutes.

How to proceed

To make raw papaya paratha, divide the stuffing into 4 equal portions.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
Roll a portion of the dough into a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
Place a portion of stuffing in the centre of the circle.
Bring together all the sides in the centre and seal tightly.
Roll again into a circle of 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha using 1 tsp of oil until golden brown spots appear on both the sides.
Repeat steps 3 to 7 to make 3 more parathas.
Serve the raw papaya paratha immediately.

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For the dough of raw papaya paratha

For the dough of raw papaya paratha, take ¾ cup of wheat flour in a bowl.
Add 1 tsp of oil to it.
Add salt as per taste.
Mix well and knead into a semi-soft dough using water.

Cover with a lid and keep aside for 15 minutes.

For the stuffing of raw papaya paratha

For the stuffing of raw papaya paratha, we first need to buy the perfect raw papaya. Select one that is very firm with shiny green peel suggesting that it is as freshly picked as possible.
Wash and grate the raw papaya in a deep bowl.
Add finely chopped ginger to it.
Add ¼ cup of chopped coriander. This pairs very well with the flavours of raw papaya.

Add finely chopped green chillies for spice.
Add some finely chopped garlic as well.
Add dry mango powder. Also known as amchur power, this gives a nice tanginess to the stuffing which is essentially quite pleasing to the taste buds.
Add garam masala also.
Add freshly ground black pepper powder.

Add salt as per taste.
Mix all the ingredients very well to make the stuffing of the raw papaya paratha. Keep aside.

For the raw papaya paratha

To make raw papaya paratha recipe | papaya paratha | papaya stuffed paratha | papite ka paratha, divide the stuffing into 4 equal portions.
Divide the dough also into 4 equal portions.
Place a portion of the dough on a roling board and roll it into a 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.

Place a portion of stuffing in the centre of the circle.
Bring together all the sides in the centre and seal the papaya paratha tightly.
Roll again into a circle of 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour for rolling.
Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the papite ka paratha using 1 tsp of oil until golden brown spots appear on both the sides.
Repeat steps to make 3 more papaya stuffed paratha.

Serve raw papaya paratha immediately.

Health benefits of raw papaya paratha

Raw Papaya Paratha for Weight Loss, Healthy Heart and Immunity Boosting.
The enzyme papain in raw papaya acts as an antioxidant and helps protect the heart.
The low calorie count along with fibre is a boon for those aiming a trimmed waistline.
With plentiful of vitamin C, raw papaya is an immune boosting vegetable too.

The phytochemicals compounds raw papaya possess has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps reduce inflammation in the body too.
Made with wheat flour it is an additional source of fibre.
The vitamin A and C in raw papaya is known to prevent premature ageing.