BM #92 Day 2 -
Boondi Paratha is a very unique paratha which is gaining popularity. Boondi is gram flour batter poured through a special perforated ladle into hot oil into tiny droplets which are then fried golden brown. The paratha is filled with soaked boondi and spices.
This recipe was inspired by Preeti of Simply Tadka and a few more online resources.
We loved this paratha and the beauty of it was it was spicy enough to just enjoy with some carrot-cucumber raitha.
I used store bought boondi but making it ahead at home is a great idea too.
Recipe Inspiration - here
Ingredients -
Wheat Flour 1 1/2 cups
Water as needed to knead the flour
Oil 1 tsp
Salt as needed
For the Filling -
Boondi 1/2 cup
Green chilies finely chopped 2-3
Coriander leaves finely chopped 2 Tbsp
Salt, Chaat Masala, Garam Masala as needed
Method Of Preparation -
To Prepare the Filling -
Soak boondi in 1 cup of water for 10-15 minutes.
Squeeze out the water from the boondi and set aside the boondi. [This is to soften the boondi.]
In the softened boondi, add finely chopped green chilies, coriander leaves, salt, chaat masala and garam masala. Mix well and set aside.
To make the Paratha -
Knead the chapati dough with the whole wheat flour, oil and salt with as much water as needed. Keep it covered for about 10-15 min.
Make 5-6 equal portions of the dough.
Roll out small rotis, fill in a spoonful of the boondi mixture, close the edges and roll out the parathas taking care that the mixture doesn't fall out.
Shallow fry on a griddle/tawa until both the sides are done spraying as much oil as needed. Repeat the procedure for all the parathas.
Enjoy with Yogurt or any gravy curries.
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Preparation Time 30 minutes
Makes 5-6
I am loving this deep fried stuffing in the paratha! Looks like a must try....such a unique dish!!
Even I made these boondi paratha after looking on Preeti's space. The parathas were liked by my kids. Your post has reminded me of those parathas. ..Nice & crispy
Wow, i would like to have this incredible boondi paratha.Such a fabulous parathas,just cant take my eyes from those ultimate parathas.
I am loving all the types of parathas you guys are coming up with. Boondi in paratha is new to me but it sounds absolutely yum..
I have a pack of boondhi in my pantry and I so want to try these parathas right away. What an interesting recipe and thanks for sharing!
This Boondi paratha has been on my to do list since a long time ! The spicy stuffing in the Paratha must have tasted awesome , would love to make it and relish .
yummy, we eat boondi as soon as packet is opened to make boondi raita. I will save next time to make this boondi paratha. Looking so tasteful.
Never heard of boondi paratha but it sure looks delicious. I have some boondi left over so should try out this recipe.
That's a fantastic innovative one Harini. Sounds like a great snack to enjoy!..
Our ideas are matching Harini! I made one with Bhujia! I never even thought of boondi! Must try this one soon.Super pick Harini.
Boondi paratha looks so tasty and love the crunchy filling.. goes well with curd and mango pickle.
Never tried boondi paratha but would love to try once, specially after seeing your post and pics. Looks tempting
That’s a great recipe and both the girls are fond of the store bought boondi in a raita ! I am sure this recipe will be very well received by them! Bookmarking to try :)