How to Make the Viral Paratha Burger

Food trends come and go, but every so often, one manages to stop people mid-scroll. The latest star of Instagram and TikTok is Dubai’s viral Paratha Burger, a creation that looks as indulgent as it sounds.

Foodies across the globe are captivated by this flaky, cheesy and spicy burger, which swaps the traditional bun for layers of buttery paratha.

It is bold, it is messy, and it is redefining what a burger can be.

The best part? You no longer need to fly to Dubai to experience it.

MasterChef India runner-up and content creator Rukhsaar Sayeed has recreated the Paratha Burger and shared her version on Instagram.

Her video has quickly gained attention, as viewers marvel at how achievable the dish is at home.

What seems like an extravagant street food creation is in fact a recipe that can be prepared in your own kitchen.

With a little patience and the right layering of flavour, this burger can be yours.

Ingredients

On Instagram, Rukhsaar explains that this “viral Dubai-style Paratha Burger combines the flakiness of a laccha paratha bun, a juicy spiced chicken patty, and sweet caramelised onions”.

The chef added: “Crispy, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible – a street-food style indulgence you can easily make at home!”

For the Paratha Buns

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• Warm water (as needed)
• Oil (for brushing)
• Flour (for dusting)

For Chicken Patty

• 300g chicken mince
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 cheese slice per patty

For the Onions

• 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp oil
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar

To Assemble

• Mayonnaise
• Chilli sauce

Paratha Buns

Begin with the buns, which are the key to the burger’s flaky texture.

Make a soft dough using two cups of all-purpose flour, a pinch of salt and warm water. After resting the dough for 20 minutes, divide it into medium balls.

Roll them thin, brush with oil, dust with dry flour, cut into strips, fold into layers and roll again.

Cook gently on a tawa, flipping until each side is golden, soft and flaky.

Chicken Patty

Prepare the filling with 300 grams of chicken mince.

Mix it with garlic paste, salt, red chilli powder, cumin powder and black pepper.

Shape into patties and cook on high heat until juicy and done.

Add a slice of cheese on top, letting it melt slightly into the meat.

Caramelised Onions

In a pan, heat a tablespoon of oil. Add thinly sliced onions with salt and sugar, cooking on low heat until golden and sweet.

These onions will balance the spice and add richness to every bite.

Assemble the Burger

Slice the paratha buns and spread mayonnaise with a dash of hot sauce on each side.

Place the cheesy chicken patty on the base, add the caramelised onions, and finish with the top bun.

Serve immediately, while the layers are warm, flaky and dripping with flavour.

 

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The viral Paratha Burger has shown that innovation in food does not always mean complicated techniques.

Sometimes it is as simple as reimagining a familiar dish with bold flavours and textures.

Thanks to Rukhsaar Sayeed’s recipe, this global sensation is now within reach of home cooks everywhere.