Masala Paratha
Masala Paratha is an Indian Style Flatbread made with whole wheat flour. It is spiced with various spice powders for the flavor which make them flavorful.
Servings: 12 paratha
Calories: 82kcal
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Ingredients
- 3 cups Wheat flour/Atta
- ¼ cup Coriander Leaves finely chopped
- 1 tsp Red Chilli powder
- ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
- ½ tsp Garam Masala
- ½ tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 tsp Red Chilli flakes
- Salt as needed
- 2 tsp Oil / Ghee
- 1 cup Water as needed for kneading dough
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl add in the Whole Wheat flour.
- To this add in all the spice powders one by one mentioned in the ingredients list. Also add sesame seeds and finely chopped coriander leaves.
- Mix everything with the hand next add in water little by little.
- Knead it to form a soft dough. Finally add 1 tsp oil and knead the dough once again for a min.
- Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 mins.
- Now pinch a small portion of the dough. Dust the surface with flour.
- Start rolling to shape paratha. Continue the same for rest of the dough. Make sure the paratha is not too thin.
- Heat a griddle , once its hot add in a paratha. Let it cook for 20- 30 sec in a medium flame. You will see small spots on paratha. At this time flip and cook the next side for another 30 secs.
- Now apply ghee or oil and cook both sides until you see brown spots. The paratha also puffs up and get cooked.
- Remove the paratha from the griddle and serve hot with yogurt.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Always serve Masala Paratha hot for best results.
- Wrap it in an aluminum foil or Parchment paper if packing for lunch box. They stay soft. We can also microwave before serving
- Tastes best with simple raita or Yogurt.
- My version was less spicy increase or decrease the spiciness according to your taste.
- You can also add shredded carrot , zucchini or broccoli or a healthier version.
Storing Options
We can knead the dough and store in fridge for up to 4 days. They taste good. If storing leftovers pack in aluminum wrap or parchment paper and store in air tight container for 4 days. Reheat them in griddle or microwave and serve.Serving Suggestions
You may serve masala paratha with any curries as you prefer.. I usually serve with spiced yogurt. Whip up yogurt with salt and cumin powder whisk well and spiced yogurt is ready. They make a very good lunch box option. I serve it as breakfast or luNutrition
Serving: 1paratha | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3.1g | Fat: 1.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2.8g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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