Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Bajra Flour

0.5 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 cup

Potatoes

boiled and mashed

1 cup

Methi Leaves

chopped finely

1 tsp

Green Chilli

coarsely crushed

1 tsp

Ginger

grated

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

0.5 tsp

Ajwain

0.5 tsp

Chaat Masala Powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Water

lukewarm

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine Bajra flour, whole wheat flour, mashed potatoes, chopped methi leaves, crushed green chilli, grated ginger, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, ajwain, chaat masala powder, and salt.

Step 2
~5 min

Gradually add lukewarm water and knead to form a soft dough.

Step 3
~5 min

Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.

Step 4
~5 min

Dust each ball with flour and roll it out into a paratha of desired thickness.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat a griddle over medium heat.

Step 6
~5 min

Place the rolled paratha on the hot griddle and cook until brown spots appear on one side.

Step 7
~5 min

Flip the paratha and cook the other side.

Step 8
~5 min

Apply oil to both sides and fry until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve hot with Tomato Onion and Cucumber Raita and Dhaniya Pudina Chutney.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Knead the dough well to ensure soft parathas.

Roll the parathas gently to prevent them from tearing.

Serve hot with a dollop of butter or ghee.

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 for a few hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with raita or chutney.

Serve with a side of pickle.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Onion and Cucumber Raita
Dhaniya Pudina Chutney
Mango Pickle

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indian Subcontinent

Cultural Significance

A staple flatbread in many Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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