Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/6 checked
4
servings
0.5 cup

Water

for kneading

0.5 cup

Punjabi Style Mango Pickle

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

2 tbsp

Ghee

for roasting

1 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~2 min

Knead the dough by combining whole wheat flour, salt, and sunflower oil in a bowl. Add water gradually to form a smooth, soft dough.

Step 2
~2 min

Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 3
~2 min

Divide the dough into equal portions.

Step 4
~2 min

Preheat a skillet or cast iron pan on medium heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Shape each portion into a round ball and flatten it.

Step 6
~2 min

Dust the dough in flour and roll it into a 6-inch circle.

Step 7
~2 min

Generously spread mango pickle masala over the rolled dough.

Step 8
~2 min

Dust with flour to aid layering.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 9
~2 min

Fold the dough like a saree pleat, creating layers.

Step 10
~2 min

Roll the pleated dough into a tight circle like a swiss roll.

Step 11
~2 min

Flatten the circle, dust in flour, and roll into a 4-5 inch circle, revealing layers.

Step 12
~2 min

Place the paratha on the preheated skillet.

Step 13
~2 min

Cook on medium heat on both sides until lightly browned.

Step 14
~2 min

Smear ghee on both sides and cook until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve hot with dal makhani and masala chaas.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use good quality ghee for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of pickle masala according to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Dal Makhani

Serve with Masala Chaas

Serve with Yogurt

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dal Makhani
Raita
Chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Popular everyday bread in North Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Family Meal
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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