Follow these steps for perfect results
Whole Wheat Flour
Ghee
for dough
Milk
Sugar
Water
Lukewarm
Ghee
Melted
Salt
to taste
In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, ghee (for dough), milk, sugar, salt, and lukewarm water.
Knead into a hard dough.
Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into balls.
Apply some oil on the balls and cover it. Keep it aside for another 5 to 10 minutes.
Spread a little oil or ghee on the table top.
Place a ball on the oiled surface and roll it into a thin sheet using a rolling pin.
Apply some ghee or oil on the rolled sheet and dust it with a little refined flour.
Make small pleats and roll into a round ball.
Repeat the pleating and rolling process with the remaining balls.
Cover the balls and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Take the rested balls and roll them out like chapati.
Heat a non-stick tawa (griddle).
Place the rolled parotta on the hot tawa.
Drizzle a little ghee or oil around the edges.
Cook on both sides until lightly brown and crisp.
Serve hot with Kappa stew or Kerala Kadala Curry.
Expert advice for the best results
Resting the dough is crucial for soft parottas.
Roll the parotta thin for best results.
Use ghee generously for a rich flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve hot, folded into triangles.
Serve with Kerala Kadala Curry
Serve with Kappa Stew
Serve with Egg Roast
Pairs well with the spices.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular breakfast and lunch item in Kerala cuisine.
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