This easy to make peas and poppyseed paratha with a hint of poppyseed and coconut, is packed with flavors and nutrition. Serve this protein rich paratha with pickle, yogurt or raita for an extra delicious meal.
Why peas and poppyseed paratha?
My simple answer is that it is comforting and flavorful! Any meal that is loved by all and has comforting flavors is always a winner recipe! Don't you agree to that?
Peas and whole wheat provide vitamins, proteins, and fiber, while the poppyseeds and coconuts add to the protein as well as nutty flavor and aroma.
Moreover, the spices elevate the flavors to top notch. Roasted cumin, coriander, and fennel give a earthy and mild smoky flavor. The spices give a hint of curry and that makes everything different. Flavorwise, this paratha hits the spot.
This paratha makes a meal by itself and hence becomes a easy winner meal. This paratha has higher quantity of filling than you could imagine. Kids love peas and making a whole wheat paratha ensures that you provide the best nutrition.
Ingredients
Whole wheat flour - whole wheat flour rich in protein and fiber is the base for the paratha.
Peas - fresh or frozen green peas add to the color of the filling as well as protein and nutrients.
Water - to knead the flour.
Salt - gives flavor.
Oil - any oil will work in this recipe. You can use melted butter or ghee if you prefer a regular version instead of a vegan one.
Onion, ginger, garlic - enhances the flavor of the filling. Ginger and garlic also possess medicinal properties and give benefits.
Cilantro - this herb boosts aroma.
Cayenne - This adds to the heat. You may adjust the quantity depending on your tolerance. You can substitute with chili flakes, paprika, or even green chilies for the heat.
Spices - Cumin, coriander, turmeric, and fennel boost the color and aroma of the paratha flling.
Poppyseeds - this recipe uses white poppy seeds. These add to the nutty flavor.
Coconut - adds to the sweet and nutty flavor.
The filling to dough ratio is high, that is this paratha has more quantity of peas and thereby it increases the protein content. Therefore, you need to roll the dough to about 6 inch disc and then stuff, wrap, and roll it such that paratha making is easier.
Storage
This peas and poppyseed paratha can be stored for a few hours outside but not more than 12 to 18 hours. As this paratha has coconut in the filling, I would advice refrigerating for longer shelflife. The paratha freezes well too. When needed, reheat the paratha on a hot pan and serve hot/warm.
What to serve this with?
Apparently, this paratha with peas and poppyseeds filling has the mild hint of curry or korma flavors because of the spices added. So, you can serve this paratha as such. However, I serve this with spicy mango pickle, yogurt and Kochumber to make the ultimate meal. Serve with plant based yogurt for vegan meal.
Keep in mind, this paratha can be served for any meal. This could be a great on the go breakfast. A great one to pack for lunch or it could be an ideal dish for a quiet and comforting family dinner for any day.
Depending on the time and veggies you have, you could serve with a raita as a side to these parathas. I prefer Roasted Eggplant Raita, veggie raita, or Aloo/Potato Raita to sneak in extra veggies.
To boost the protein content of the meal further, you can choose simple and easy to make Garlic Scapes Dal, Tadka Dal, or Slow Cooker Whole Moong Masala.
Is this paratha vegan?
Yes, this paratha is vegan. This reciope uses oil to cook the stuffing as well as the paratha. Any oil will work in this recipe. Instead, you could use melted butter or ghee if you prefer a regular version. In both the versions, this paratha is delicious!
More Paratha Recipes
Tasty parathas are always wanted in our home as it makes an easy, nutritious and comforting meal. I am sharing delicious and nutritious parathas that I make for my family in my alphabet challenge series. Check out these parathas in this series.
Chocolate Cashew Coconut Caramel Stuffed Paratha
Kale Kabocha Paratha
Lentil Lifafa
Peas and Poppyseed Paratha
Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Water
For the filling
- 3 cups Peas frozen
- ⅔ cup Onion finely chopped
- 1 tbso Ginger finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Garlic finely chopped
- ¼ tsp Turmeric
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Cayenne
- 4 tbsp Cilantro finely chopped
Dry Roast
- ½ tbsp Coriander
- ½ tbsp Cumin
- ½ tbsp Fennel
- 3 tbsp Poppyseed
- ¼ cup Coconut fresh or frozen
To cook Parathas
- 3 tbsp Oil
Instructions
- Add the flour, salt, and oil to your stand mixer. Sprinkle water and knead to a smooth dough. This can be done manually too. Cover and set aside for 15 minutes.
- In the meantime, heat a pan and add the coriander, cumin and fennel and roast for a minute. Then add the poppyseeds and roast for a minute. Finally add the coconut and roast for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the flame and cool.
- Grind the spice-coconut mixture to a coarse texture
- Heat oil in a pan and add the onion, ginger, and garlic. Saute for 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent.
- add the peas and saute for 2 minutes.
- add the salt, turmeric, cayenne, followed by the ground spice mix. Combine thoroughly and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add cilantro, mix, and set aside to cool.
- Divide the dough into eight portions.
- Take a portion of the dough and roll into a disc of about 6-7in. Place about one-third of the peas stuffing. Gather the edges and seal it. Repeat with the rest of the dough portions.
- Dust with flour and flatten the dough. Roo into a disc of about 7 to 8-in diameter. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
- Heat a cast-iron pan over medium flame. Place a rolled paratha on the hot pan and cook for a minute. Spread a little oil, flip and cook for 40-50 seconds. Spread a litle oil and flip and cook for 20-30 seconds. Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining parathas.
- Serve hot/warm with pickle and raita.
Nutrition
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Wendy Klik says
These sound delicious. I'm glad you could join us.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Wendy!
kushi says
Very interesting combo. Thanks alot for sharing.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Kushi!
Jess says
Delicious and easy to make!
magicalingrdnts says
It is! Thanks Jess!
hobby baker Kelly says
I quite love the korma flavor, these look and sound delicious!
Tansy says
So much flavour!
You have wet my appetite with all the paratha recipes you have here.
Lisa says
This sounds delicious! Gotta try it!
magicalingrdnts says
You'll love these Lisa. Thanks for stopping by.
Mayuri Patel says
Peas Paratha has been on my list to make for a long time. Like the combination of spices you've used and also adding some poppy seeds. Already, my mouth is watering!
Karen's Kitchen Stories says
I just received a big shaker of korma seasoning blend. I'll definitely making this paratha. I can't wait to see what you do with Q next!
magicalingrdnts says
You could use the seasoning in paratha. Thanks for stopping by Karen. Stay tuned for 'Q' recipe.
Camilla Mateo Mann says
This looks delicious. I still haven't attempted my own paratha.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks, Camilla! Parathas are easier and you'll love them.
Sneha Datar says
Prefect for kid's lunch box or even breakfast..yum!
magicalingrdnts says
It is! Thanks, Sneha!
Jolene says
Your step by step photos are so helpful and you get such great color on these! I need to learn to be more patient and let it develop more.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Jolene! It is easy to make once you get the hang of it. Thanks for stopping by.
Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck says
Peas and poppyseeds...not a combo that I would have thought of. Excited to see what they taste like together! Sounds yummy!
Amy Liu Dong says
I made this and it was so delicious and so easy to make. I will make this recipe again!
magicalingrdnts says
I am glad you liked it. Thanks Amy!