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Spicy Stuffed Chapati with Potato and Peas
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup boiled peas
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1/4 teaspoon black salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt. Gradually add 1 cup of water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of boiled and mashed potatoes, 1/2 cup of boiled peas, chopped onion, green chilies, cumin seeds, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. This is the stuffing for the chapati.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a small circle. Place a spoonful of the potato and pea stuffing in the center of each circle. Bring the edges together and seal the stuffing inside the dough.
- Roll out each stuffed dough ball into a flat chapati.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook each chapati for 2-3 minutes on each side, brushing with oil until golden brown spots appear.
- For the yogurt sauce, whisk together 1 cup of yogurt, cumin powder, chaat masala, black salt, and red chili powder in a bowl.
- Serve the spicy stuffed chapati with the yogurt sauce and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
The Spicy Stuffed Chapati with Potato and Peas is a beloved Indian dish with a rich history dating back centuries. Originating in the northern regions of India, this flavorful dish has been a staple in Indian households and restaurants for generations. The combination of mashed potatoes, peas, and aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala, creates a tantalizing filling for the chapati. The chapati itself is a traditional Indian flatbread, made from whole wheat flour and cooked on a griddle. The dish is often served with a side of cooling yogurt sauce, known as raita, to balance the heat of the spices. Renowned chefs and home cooks alike take pride in perfecting the art of making this dish, ensuring that the chapati is soft and flaky, and the filling is bursting with flavor. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Indian restaurants, particularly in regions with a strong North Indian culinary influence. When preparing this dish, it's crucial to get the spice blend just right, as it is the heart of the dish's bold and aromatic flavors. While the traditional method involves stuffing the chapati with the potato and pea mixture, some chefs also opt for alternative techniques such as layering the filling within the dough before rolling it out, creating a visually stunning spiral pattern when cooked. Whether enjoyed at a bustling street food stall in Delhi or a fine dining restaurant in Mumbai, the Spicy Stuffed Chapati with Potato and Peas is a true celebration of Indian culinary heritage.
50 min
4
350 calories
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