Vrat Special Sabudana Aloo Paratha | व्रत वाले साबूदाना & आलू के पराठे | Navratri 2023 Special

Chef Kunal Kapur Desserts & Sweets 40 Mins 4 Servings 682.1K views Feb 28, 2022

There is nothing better than a simple yet fulfilling meal to get you through the day. If you celebrate Navratri and follow its rituals, I have got a tasty option for you to gorge on! Bringing to you my Sabudana Aloo Paratha recipe in this video. These Parathas can be easily prepared, taste super good, and can easily power you through a day of fasting. #SabudanaAlooParatha #SabudanaRecipe #VratSpecialParatha #KunalKapurRecipe #AlooRecipe #VratkaKhaana #SabudanaAloo #AlookaParatha #ChefKunalKapur #ChefKunal #navratrirecipe #navratri2023

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

Main Ingredients

Sabudana - ½ cup + 3tbsp
Water - 1¼ cup
Potato (boiled & mashed) - 1cup
Sendha namak (rock salt) - to taste
Roasted cumin - 1½ tsp
Green chillies chopped - 1no
Roasted peanuts (finely crushed) - 3tbsp
Coriander chopped (optional) - a handful
Butter paper/Plastic shoot - 2nos
Oil - for light greasing

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1
Ingredient Preparation: Wash, prep, and accurately measure all fresh ingredients, aromatics, and spice blends as listed in the ingredients section.
2
Sautéing & Blooming Spices: Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame. Add whole spices and aromatics (ginger, garlic, green chillies) to bloom their essential oils until fragrant.
3
Building the Flavor Base: Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent or golden brown. Stir in tomatoes and ground spices (turmeric, coriander, chilli powder), cooking on medium-low heat until the oil begins to separate from the masala.
4
Simmering to Perfection: Incorporate the primary ingredients (vegetables, paneer, lentils, or proteins) and simmer gently with warm water or broth until tender and deeply infused with flavor.
5
Finishing & Garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt, sprinkle freshly crushed roasted kasoori methi and garam masala, and garnish generously with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve piping hot with roti, paratha, or fragrant basmati rice.

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

For traditional Indian sweets and halwas, always roast nuts and aromatics in pure desi ghee over a gentle flame. If reducing milk for kheer or rabri, use a heavy-bottomed kadhai and scrape the sides regularly to develop rich, caramelized creaminess.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Vrat Special Sabudana Aloo Paratha?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.

Vrat Special Sabudana Aloo Paratha | व्रत वाले साबूदाना & आलू के पराठे | Navratri 2023 Special

Ingredients & Measurements

Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Vrat Special Sabudana Aloo Paratha?

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

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