plain paratha

Here’s a basic Paratha recipe — soft, flaky, and delicious Indian flatbreads perfect for breakfast or lunch. This is the plain version, but I can also give you stuffed versions (like aloo, paneer, or methi) if you'd like!


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Plain Paratha Recipe (Serves 2–3, makes 6 parathas)

Ingredients

For the dough:

2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)

1/2 tsp salt

Water (as needed to knead)

1 tsp oil or ghee (optional, for softness)


For cooking:

Ghee or oil (for frying)



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Instructions

1. Make the Dough:

In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.

Gradually add water and knead into a soft, smooth dough.

Add a tsp of oil while kneading (optional).

Cover and let it rest for 20–30 minutes.


2. Roll the Parathas:

Divide dough into 6 equal portions.

Roll each into a ball and flatten slightly.

Dust with flour and roll into a 6–7 inch circle.

For layers: fold into a square or triangle and roll again (optional).


3. Cook the Parathas:

Heat a tawa or flat pan on medium-high heat.

Place rolled paratha on the hot pan.

Cook for 30 seconds until bubbles appear, flip.

Apply a little ghee or oil on the cooked side. Flip again and repeat.

Press edges gently to ensure even cooking.

Cook until golden spots appear on both sides.


4. Serve Hot:

Serve with curd, pickle, butter, or a side of sabzi.



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Optional Stuffed Variants:

Let me know if you want recipes for:

Aloo Paratha (stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes)

Paneer Paratha

Methi Paratha

Gobhi Paratha


I’d be happy to share!


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