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Whole Wheat Paratha Recipe by Manjula
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Whole Wheat Parathas

Parathas are whole-wheat Indian flat-bread, a staple bread in north India. Parathas can be made plain or stuffed with different fillings.
Makes 5 parathas.
Course Bread
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Chapati, flatbread, Roti
Servings 5 paratha

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup water as needed
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 tsp oil as needed
  • ½ cup dry flour for rolling

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix the flour, salt and water. Mix well until it forms to soft dough (adjust the water as needed).
  • Knead the dough on a lightly greased surface. The dough should be very smooth and soft.
  • Set the dough aside and cover. Let the dough rest for at least ten minutes before.
  • Heat the skillet on medium high. Note: An iron skillet works best. To check if the skillet is ready, put a couple of drops of water on it. If the water sizzles right away, the skillet is ready.
  • Divide the dough into 5 equal parts. Roll the dough into about 3 inch diameter circles. Spread about 2 drops of oil and fold into two again put another drop of oil and food now you have a triangle.
  • Roll the patty in dry whole-wheat flour. Press it a little and start rolling on a clean surface to about 6 inches in diameter.
  • Place the Paratha over the skillet. When you see the color change and the paratha will puff in different places. Turn the paratha over.
  • The paratha should have golden-brown spots. Wait a few seconds and put about 1/2 teaspoon of oil and spread with a spatula.
  • Flip the paratha and lightly press the puffed areas of the paratha with a spatula that will help paratha to puff up.
  • Flip again and press with the spatula making sure the paratha is golden-brown on both sides.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Paratha can be served with any gravy vegetable or dry spiced vegetable.