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capsicum paratha served with chutney, curd and pickle.
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Capsicum (Bell Peppers) Paratha

Capsicum paratha is an easy Indian flatbread for breakfast. Mix bell peppers in wheat flour with few spices this capsicum paratha tastes great.
Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 Paratha
Calories 83kcal
Author Bhawana

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers finely chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • green coriander Handful finely chopped
  • 1 Green chili chopped finely
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp carom seeds
  • Water to knead the dough
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Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Really rub nicely everything in the flour.
  • Slowly add water and start making a dough. You will need less than 1/2 cup of water to make it. Onion or capsicum keep scattering but do not worry just stick them back.
  • Divide the dough into equal portions. I could make 6 medium size parathas.
    Onion capsicum paratha is super easy and quick paratha recipe cooked for breakfast. They make a great brunch or dinner accompanied with curd or raita to make a complete meal in itself. Kids love the flavor of pan-fried onion bits and enjoy with curd.
  • Heat a griddle on medium flame. Dust the surface and roll a dough ball into 4-5″ circle.
  • Place it on the griddle. Apply oil and cook from both sides until golden brown.
  • Onion capsicum paratha is ready to serve with pickle or chutney or curd.
    Onion capsicum paratha is super easy and quick paratha recipe cooked for breakfast. They make a great brunch or dinner accompanied with curd or raita to make a complete meal in itself. Kids love the flavor of pan-fried onion bits and enjoy with curd.

Notes

Variations
There are few variations to try with the existing ingredients.
  • Paneer capsicum paratha– Add paneer in the same recipe while kneading the dough.
  • Aloo capsicum paratha
  • Capsicum cheese paratha
 
Tips & FAQ’s
  1. These parathas are best when serving hot.
  2. This is the easiest paratha which can never go wrong. So make it and taste it.
  3. You can add any other vegetable, like cauliflower, carrot, cabbage in this recipe.
Is capsicum paratha vegan?
Capsicum paratha is vegan as oil is used to pan fry the paratha.

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 414mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 389IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg