Cheese Burst Pizza Paratha is a delightful fusion dish that combines the essence of pizza with the comfort of Indian paratha. It features a flavorful stuffing of gooey melted cheese, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all enveloped within a crispy whole wheat paratha. Each bite offers a burst of cheesy goodness with the familiar taste of pizza, making it a satisfying and indulgent treat for any meal or snack time.
Here’s a recipe to make Cheese Burst Pizza Paratha:
Ingredients:
- For Dough:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed
- For Stuffing:
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt.
- Gradually add water and knead the dough until it is smooth and pliable.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Stuffing:
- In a separate bowl, mix together grated mozzarella cheese, chopped bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, dried oregano, dried basil, chili flakes, and salt. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
3. Assemble the Parathas:
- Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
- Take one portion of the dough and roll it out into a small circle.
- Place a generous amount of the prepared stuffing in the center of the rolled-out dough circle.
- Gather the edges of the dough and bring them together to seal the stuffing inside, shaping it into a ball.
- Flatten the stuffed ball slightly and then roll it out gently into a larger circle, ensuring the stuffing is evenly distributed.
4. Cook the Parathas:
- Heat a tawa (griddle) or a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot tawa and cook for about a minute or until bubbles start to appear on the surface.
- Flip the paratha and drizzle some olive oil or butter around the edges.
- Cook for another minute, then flip again and spread some more oil or butter on the other side.
- Continue cooking the paratha, pressing lightly with a spatula, until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the Cheese Burst Pizza Paratha from the tawa and transfer it to a serving plate.
- Cut the paratha into wedges or squares and serve hot with tomato ketchup or any dipping sauce of your choice.
Enjoy your homemade Cheese Burst Pizza Paratha!
