Hara Chana Paratha Recipe: Delicious Green Chickpea Flatbread
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About Hara Chana Paratha Recipe: Delicious Green Chickpea Flatbread
Discover the vibrant flavors of Hara Chane Ka Paratha, a unique and delicious Indian flatbread filled with fresh green chickpeas. Unlike traditional aloo or gobi parathas, this recipe offers a wholesome and earthy taste that's both satisfying and nutritious. It's a personal favorite, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.The soft, golden parathas are bursting with a flavorful filling of tender green chickpeas, subtly spiced with aromatic Indian herbs and spices. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make, even for beginner cooks.Enjoy this delightful paratha best served warm with a dollop of creamy yogurt and a side of tangy mango pickle (aam ka achar) for an authentic Indian culinary experience. Prepare to be amazed by the fresh, earthy goodness!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup Wheat Flour whole
- 2 tsp Oil
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 3/4 - 1 cup Water as needed to form a soft dough
For the Hara Chana Filling
- 1 cup Chickpeas also known as hora or choliya, fresh, green, hara chana
- 1.5 tbsp Gram Flour besan
- 3-4 Chilies adjust to taste, finely chopped, green
- 1 tsp Mango Powder amchur, dry
- 1 tsp Coriander Powder dhania
- 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1 pinch Asafoetida hing
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1 tbsp Clarified Butter for cooking the filling and parathas
- 2 tbsp Clarified Butter for cooking the parathas
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Combine whole wheat flour, salt, and oil in a bowl. Gradually add water, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes, then apply a little oil to the dough, cover, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Hara Chana Filling
- Wash the fresh green chickpeas thoroughly. Boil in a pot of water for 10 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well and allow to cool slightly.
- In a blender or food processor, coarsely grind the boiled green chickpeas and green chilies. Do not add water during grinding.
- In a pan, dry roast the chickpea flour (besan) until fragrant. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida; sauté briefly. Add the green chickpea mixture and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in coriander powder, amchur powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the roasted besan, mixing thoroughly. Cook until the mixture is slightly dry and comes together as a cohesive filling. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Assemble and Cook the Parathas
- Take a portion of the dough and roll it into a 3-4 inch circle. Add 2-3 tablespoons of the hara chana filling to the center.
- Bring the edges of the dough together, pleating to seal the filling inside. Gently roll out the stuffed dough into a 6-inch circle.
- Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat. Cook the paratha on both sides, using ghee or oil, until golden brown and cooked through. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Serve hot with yogurt and aam ka achar.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Hara Chana Parathas
- For a smoother filling, you can pulse the boiled green chickpeas in a blender instead of grinding them coarsely.
- If the filling becomes too dry while cooking, add a teaspoon of water at a time to adjust the consistency.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the parathas. Cook them in batches to ensure even browning and prevent sticking.
- For a richer flavor, use ghee instead of oil for cooking the parathas.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gSodium: 3420mgFiber: 2g
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Such a flavorful dish! Can’t wait to taste it.
This looks incredible! Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic! Thanks for the recipe.
Never used Hara chana for stuffing. I always use sprouts but next time I will try this version.
This is perfect! Can’t wait to taste it.