Easy Sehri Recipe: How to Make Crispy Achari Aloo Paratha

Sehri meals are just around the corner, and nothing beats a classic Aloo Paratha for a fulfilling and energizing start to your fast.  Known for its rich taste, high-energy content, and versatility, Aloo Paratha is the ideal sehri meal to keep you energized throughout your fast. It is filling, flavorful, and easy to digest—a must-try for this Ramadan 2025.

Achari Aloo Paratha Recipe

Aloo Paratha originates from the Alwar region of India and is made by stuffing spiced mashed potatoes into an unleavened dough, which is then rolled and cooked on a hot tawa with butter or ghee. Traditionally, it is served with butter, chutney, pickles (achar), or yogurt.

Ingredients for Dough

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Water (as required)

Ingredients for Stuffing

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon nigella seeds
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• ½ teaspoon amchoor powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 4 large mashed potatoes (boiled)
• 1 teaspoon pickle masala
• 2 green chilies (chopped)
• Salt (as needed)
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
• Oil (as needed)

Step-by-Step Instructions

To make crispy Achari Aloo Paratha, follow the step-by-step directions below. They will guide you through preparing the dough, making the flavorful filling, and cooking the paratha to perfection.

Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, salt, and oil. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth dough.
2. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

Prepare the Stuffing

1. Heat oil in a pan, add fenugreek seeds and cumin, and sauté.
2. Add nigella seeds, red chili powder, amchoor powder, and coriander powder and mix well.
3. Stir in boiled and mashed potatoes along with pickle masala and cook thoroughly.
4. Add green chilies, salt, and coriander leaves, then mix well.

Make the Paratha

1. Take a small portion of dough and roll it into a round chapati.
2. Place a spoonful of the potato stuffing in the center, fold, and roll again.
3. Cook on a hot tawa, applying oil on both sides until crispy and golden brown.

Your delicious Achari Aloo Paratha is ready to serve. Enjoy it with chutney, yogurt, or achar for a wholesome Sehri meal.

Make your Ramadan special with this easy, fulfilling, and nutritious sehri recipe.