Dubai’s Viral Paratha Burger

why make this recipe

This burger mixes soft paratha flatbread with juicy beef balls and a tangy sauce. It is filling and full of flavor. You can make it at home for a special meal or to share with friends. If you like burgers or flatbread, try this twist. For a different comfort-food side, see this hamburger potato casserole idea.

introduction

This recipe is simple but tastes rich. The paratha gives layers and crisp edges. The beef balls stay juicy. The spicy-pickle sauce and sweet caramelized onions lift the whole bite. You will cook parts in order and build the burger warm. This dish is great when you want something bigger than a normal burger.

how to make Dubai’s Viral Paratha Burger

Ingredients :

• 100ml Milk
• 1/2 – 3/4 cup Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 500g Flour
• 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 Cup Ghee
• 1/2 Cup Oil
• 1/2 cup Mayo
• 1 tbsp Mustard Paste
• 1 tbsp Sriracha Sauce
• 2 – 3 tbsp Tomato Sauce
• 1/2 tbsp Pickle Juice
• 1 tbsp Pickled Gherkins
• 1 tbsp Pickled Jalapenos
• 2 tbsp Oil (for onions)
• 1 tbsp Butter
• 3 Onions, sliced
• 1/2 tsp Salt (for onions)
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 tbsp White Vinegar
• 1/2 tsp Dark Soy Sauce
• 2 tbsp Tamarind juice
• 1/2 tsp Pepper Powder
• 1 tsp Chilli Flakes
• 1 kg Beef Mince (divided into 70g balls)

Directions :

1. In a bowl, mix milk, water, salt, sugar, egg, oil, flour, and baking powder until a dough forms. Knead until smooth, then let it rest.
2. Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a flat circle.
3. Heat ghee and oil in a pan, then layer the circles of dough, brushing each with the fat. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
4. For the sauce, mix mayo, mustard paste, sriracha, tomato sauce, pickle juice, gherkins, and jalapenos in a bowl.
5. To make caramelized onions, heat oil and butter in a pan, add onions, salt, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cook on low until deep golden brown. Add soy sauce, tamarind juice, pepper, and chili flakes.
6. Cook the beef mince balls in the same pan until well browned.
7. To assemble, layer the paratha with the burger sauce, caramelized onions, and the cooked beef. Serve immediately.

how to serve Dubai’s Viral Paratha Burger

Serve the paratha burger hot. Place the beef balls on the paratha, add a spoon of the sauce, and top with caramelized onions. You can add fresh salad leaves or pickles if you like. Eat with your hands for the full street-food feel. For a crisp side, try making simple smashed patties like in this smash burgers style recipe.

how to store Dubai’s Viral Paratha Burger

Store cooked beef balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep parathas wrapped in foil or a sealed bag for 1–2 days. Store sauce in a jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat paratha in a pan until warm and crisp. Reheat beef balls on low heat with a splash of water or in the oven.

tips to make Dubai’s Viral Paratha Burger

• Rest the dough well. It becomes easier to roll and layers form better.
• Use a mix of ghee and oil for crisp and soft layers.
• Cook onions low and slow for true caramel taste.
• Make beef balls the same size (about 70g) so they cook evenly.
• Keep sauce chilled until assembly so it stays thick.
• Assemble just before eating so paratha stays crisp.

variation

• Chicken or lamb mince: swap beef for ground chicken or lamb and cook the same way.
• Veg option: use spiced mashed chickpeas or lentil patties instead of meat.
• Cheese: add a slice of melting cheese on the hot beef balls before assembly.
• Heat level: add more sriracha or jalapenos to make it hotter.

FAQs

Q: Can I make dough ahead?
A: Yes. Make the dough and keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bring to room temperature before rolling.

Q: How do I stop paratha from getting soggy?
A: Cook paratha until lightly crisp. Add sauce just before serving and keep extra sauce on the side.

Q: Can I use store-bought paratha?
A: Yes. Fresh store-bought paratha works. Warm it in a pan before using.

Q: How long do beef balls take to cook?
A: For 70g balls, cook 8–12 minutes on medium heat until browned and cooked through.

Q: Can I freeze cooked beef balls?
A: Yes. Freeze in a single layer, then store in a bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat well.

Conclusion

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Paratha Burger

A delicious twist on the classic burger, this paratha burger combines soft flatbread, juicy beef balls, and a tangy sauce for a flavor-packed meal.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Middle Eastern

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Paratha

• 100 ml Milk
• 0.5 - 0.75 cup Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 pcs Egg
• 1 tbsp Oil
• 500 g Flour
• 0.5 tsp Baking Powder
• 0.25 cup Ghee
• 0.5 cup Oil

For the Burger Sauce

• 0.5 cup Mayo
• 1 tbsp Mustard Paste
• 1 tbsp Sriracha Sauce Adjust to taste
• 2 - 3 tbsp Tomato Sauce
• 0.5 tbsp Pickle Juice
• 1 tbsp Pickled Gherkins
• 1 tbsp Pickled Jalapenos

For Caramelized Onions

• 2 tbsp Oil For onions
• 1 tbsp Butter
• 3 pcs Onions, sliced
• 0.5 tsp Salt For onions
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 tbsp White Vinegar
• 0.5 tsp Dark Soy Sauce
• 2 tbsp Tamarind juice
• 0.5 tsp Pepper Powder
• 1 tsp Chilli Flakes

For the Beef Balls

• 1000 g Beef Mince, divided into 70g balls

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix milk, water, salt, sugar, egg, oil, flour, and baking powder until a dough forms. Knead until smooth, then let it rest.
2. Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a flat circle.

Cooking the Paratha

1. Heat ghee and oil in a pan, then layer the circles of dough, brushing each with the fat. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

Making the Sauce

1. For the sauce, mix mayo, mustard paste, sriracha, tomato sauce, pickle juice, gherkins, and jalapenos in a bowl.

Caramelizing Onions

1. To make caramelized onions, heat oil and butter in a pan, add onions, salt, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cook on low until deep golden brown.
2. Add soy sauce, tamarind juice, pepper, and chili flakes.

Cooking the Beef Balls

1. Cook the beef mince balls in the same pan until well browned.

Assembly

1. To assemble, layer the paratha with the burger sauce, caramelized onions, and the cooked beef. Serve immediately.

Notes

Rest the dough well for better rolling. Use a mix of ghee and oil for best texture. Cook onions low and slow for deep flavor. Assemble just before serving to maintain the paratha's crispiness.