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stuffed bajra roti recipe | bajra paneer methi paratha | healthy black millet paratha |
Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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Preparation Time
10 Mins
Cooking Time
30 Mins
Total Time
40 Mins
Makes
8 rotis
Ingredients
For The Rotis
2 cups bajra (black millet) flour
1/4 cup of whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
salt to taste
bajra (black millet) flour for rolling
To Be Mixed Into A Stuffing
1 1/2 cups crumbled low fat paneer (cottage cheese)
1 cup chopped fenugreek leaves (methi) leaves
1 1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 cup finely chopped tomato
salt to taste
Other Ingredients For Stuffed Bajra Roti
1 tsp oil for cooking
Method
Stuffed Bajra Roti, Bajra Paneer Paratha recipe with step by step photos
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like stuffed bajra roti recipe | bajra paneer paratha | healthy gluten free black millet paratha | Roti is a popular Indian flatbread eaten with subzi, curries and gravies for lunch or dinner. While mostly it is made with whole wheat flour and salt, you can use a number of flour and spices to make variation. Also, you can add in some chopped vegetables to give it a nice mouthfeel and flavour. The addition of paneer or oats also helps in making it more wholesome. Here are some popular healthy roti recipes from our website which are my all-time favourite:
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what is stuffed bajra roti made off? healthy black millet paratha is made from 2 cups bajra (black millet) flour and a stuffing of 3/4 cup crumbled low-fat paneer (cottage cheese), 4 tbsp chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves, 2 slit green chillies , finely chopped, 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes and salt to taste. See photo of list of ingredients of stuffed bajra roti .
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what is stuffed bajra roti made off? healthy black millet paratha is made from 2 cups bajra (black millet) flour and a stuffing of 3/4 cup crumbled low-fat paneer (cottage cheese), 4 tbsp chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves, 2 slit green chillies , finely chopped, 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes and salt to taste. See photo of list of ingredients of stuffed bajra roti .
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- High in Protein: One cup of Bajra Flour makes around 4 rotis. So each Bajra Roti yields about 1.8 grams of protein which is a very good source for Vegetarian protein. This key nutrient is required to build muscle mass and noursih each and every cell of the body.
- High in Fiber :Fiber is a key nutritent which is a best friend of your digestive system. It helps cleanse the gut and prevent constipation. It also keeps you full for long time and thus avoids binge eating and weight gain.
- See 18 benefits of bajra.
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- Is Paneer healthy for bones? Paneer is a rich source of protein and calcium both of which aid in bone metabolism. It is also rich in vitamin D and minerals like magnesium, phosphorus which are required to maintain healthy bones and teeth.
- Is Paneer healthy for diabetes? Paneer is low in carbohydrates and high in protein and gets digested slowly. This is the reason why it does not shoot up the blood glucose levels, and is good for people with diabetes. Paneer is low in glycemic index which is suitable for diabetes. It is a good source of protein which when combined in a meal can blunt the glucose response and prevents blood glucose from shooting up.
- See 5 super benefits of paneer.
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In a bowl put 1 1/2 cup crumbled low-fat paneer (cottage cheese).
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Add 1 cup chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves.
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Add 1 1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies.
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Add 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes.
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Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
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Mix well.
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Divide the stuffing into 8 equal portions. Keep aside.
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In a bowl put 1 1/2 cup crumbled low-fat paneer (cottage cheese).
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In a bowl put 2 cups bajra (black millet) flour.
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Add 1/4 cup whole wheat flour.
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Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
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Add enough hot water to make a soft dough. We added 3/4 cup hot water.
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Knead into a soft dough.
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Divide into 8 equal portions and keep aside.
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In a bowl put 2 cups bajra (black millet) flour.
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Flatten the dough and dust with whole wheat flour.
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Keep rotating the roti while rolling and dust with whole wheat flour.
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Roll out each portion of the dough into 125 mm. (5”) diameter circle. Keep aside.
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Heat a non stick tava.
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Place the rolled roti on the tava.
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Cook the roti on medium flame for about 15 seconds or until a small bubble appears.
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Flip over and cook the other side the same way.
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Put the semi cooked roti on the flame for a few seconds to cook it.
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Flip over with a chimta or pair of tongs.
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Cook again for a few seconds till you get brown spots.
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Your bajra rotis are semi cooked and ready. Place all 8 rotis in a plate. We will soon be adding the paneer stuffing to the roti and cooking it again.
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Flatten the dough and dust with whole wheat flour.
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In a semi cooked bajra roti, put one portion of paneer stuffing on it. Place the stuffing in one half as we are going to fold over.
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Fold over the roti over the stuffing. We are now going to cook the roti with the stuffing.
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Heat a non stick tava and grease with oil.
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Place the uncooked stuffed bajra paratha on the tava and cook for 15 seconds.
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Flip over and grease the roti.
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Press gently with a spatula to cook all over.
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Remember to use a chimta and lift the paratha to cook the centre of the paratha.
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See the edges are now well cooked.
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Our paratha is cooked.
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Cut each stuffed bajra roti | bajra paneer paratha | healthy gluten free black millet paratha | in half.
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Serve stuffed bajra roti recipe | bajra paneer paratha | healthy gluten free black millet paratha | hot.
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In a semi cooked bajra roti, put one portion of paneer stuffing on it. Place the stuffing in one half as we are going to fold over.
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You can cook 2 rotis at a time.
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Serve stuffed bajra roti | bajra paneer paratha | healthy gluten free black millet paratha | with lehsun ki chutney.
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- Cook again for a few seconds till you get brown spots. Note that you don't want to cook roti more time otherwise it will break while cooking the stuffing.
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You can cook 2 rotis at a time.
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Stuffed Bajra Roti – a nourishing staple.
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- Bajra is rich in fibre which adds satiety value.
- Along with fenugreek leaves, it enriches the rotis in antioxidant which prevents our body from oxidative damage.
- Paneer adds calcium to strengthen bones. You can make you choice between full fat paneer and low fat paneer.
- This roti is also brimming with protein (9.7 g per roti) – a nutrient which helps to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss.
- Diabetics and heart patients too can enjoy this healthy roti.
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Stuffed Bajra Roti – a nourishing staple.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 172 cal |
| Protein | 9.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28.6 g |
| Fiber | 3.7 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 96.4 mg |
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Healthy Eating
March 13, 2025, midnight
Bajra is healthy and combined with paneer it gives you a complete meal. I love this and often have it for dinner.
Mruga D
March 13, 2025, midnight
Little time consuming and little practice needed in rolling these stuffed rotis...It's worth making due to it's high nutrient content coming from bajra, paneer and methi..No need of any accompaniment..can relish it alone...
shilpa Deore
March 13, 2025, midnight
searching for glutenfree recipe ...this is best
Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Shilpa, we are delighted you loved the recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback. Happy Cooking.
Rajeev Kumar
March 13, 2025, midnight
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