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Namak ajwain paratha is one of the simplest and most comforting Indian flatbreads. Made with wheat flour, ajwain, salt, ghee, and water, this paratha is light, aromatic, and incredibly soft.
The flavour of ajwain gives it a warm, homely taste, and the layered triangle shape makes it extra flaky and delicious.
Whether for breakfast, lunchbox, or evening chai, these soft ajwain parathas are perfect for any time of the day.
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Namak ajwain paratha is one of the simplest and most comforting Indian flatbreads. Made with wheat flour, ajwain, salt, ghee and water, this paratha is light, aromatic, and super soft.
The flavour of ajwain gives it a warm, homely taste, and the layered triangle shape makes it extra flaky and delicious.
Whether for breakfast, lunchbox, or evening chai, these soft ajwain parathas are perfect for any time of the day. (step-by-step-recipe-video)
About Namak Ajwain Paratha Recipe:
This ajwain paratha recipe is a simple everyday Indian paratha but the softness and texture truly make it stand out.
What makes this namak paratha recipe special is the technique of rubbing ajwain between your palms to release its flavour, mixing ghee into the flour, kneading a soft dough and folding the chapati with a little ghee to create natural flaky layers.
These simple steps turn a basic paratha into something silky soft and full of aroma.
And this is exactly what I experienced years ago during my office days.
Before marriage, there was a teammate named Surjit, and every time he brought lunch, all of us would secretly wait for one thing, the ajwain ke parathe made by his jhayiji.
We would take one bite each and that one bite was unforgettable. Soft, silky, warm and so comforting.
For years, I wondered how she made such soft parathas using such simple ingredients.
After countless trials in my kitchen, today I finally discovered the exact technique that gives that heavenly softness.
And now I am sharing it here so you can make the same melt in mouth ajwain paratha at home.
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that take the longest to perfect.
Serving Suggestion for Ajwain ke Parathe:
You can enjoy these soft namak ajwain parathas in many ways:
- With a hot cup of chai
- With fresh malai or homemade white butter
- With any pickle
- With a simple aloo ki sabzi
- With curd, boondi raita or plain dahi
- Or even as it is because they taste amazing on their own
These are perfect for breakfast, lunchbox and even a quick evening meal.
Storage Suggestion for Ajwain ke Parathe:
- These parathas stay soft for 6 to 8 hours
- They even stay soft the next day which makes them perfect to pack while travelling
- Keep them in a casserole or wrap them in a soft cotton cloth
- For lunchbox, pack them warm so the softness stays intact
- To reheat later, warm on a tawa.
Pro Tips to make Soft Ajwain Paratha:
- Always rub the ajwain between your palms before adding
- Mix ghee into the flour to get that silky softness
- Knead the dough until smooth
- Do not roll the paratha very thin
- Cook on medium flame so it cooks evenly
Why You Should Make Namak Paratha Recipe:
- It uses the most basic ingredients found in every Indian kitchen
- No stuffing, no complicated steps and no resting time needed
- The technique makes the parathas soft, flaky and full of flavour
- Perfect for beginners, bachelors and busy mornings
- Stays soft for long hours and even the next day, which makes it great for lunchboxes and travel
- Light on the stomach and pairs well with almost anything
- A comforting everyday paratha that tastes just like homemade traditional cooking
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Basic Ingredients Used to Make Ajwain Paratha Recipe:
Whole wheat flour: This is the base of the paratha. It gives the perfect texture and helps the paratha stay soft for long hours.
Ajwain: Ajwain adds a warm aroma and helps with digestion. Rubbing it between your palms releases its natural oils and gives maximum flavour.
Salt: Salt to enhances the taste and balances the flavour of ajwain.
Ghee: Mixing a little ghee into the flour is the real secret that makes these parathas soft and flaky. It also gives a nice aroma.
Water: Water helps in kneading a smooth and soft dough without needing any resting time.
Oil: It is advisable to use oil while roasuinh parathas.
How to Make Namak Ajwain Paratha:
Let us learn how to make Ajwain ke parathe with my easy to follow step by step method. You can download the below recipe card for easy reference.
Namak Ajwain Paratha
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Wheat flour
- 1/4 teaspoon Ajwain
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons Ghee plus extra to apply while rolling
- Water as needed to knead
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Add wheat flour, salt and ajwain to a mixing bowl. Rub the ajwain between your palms before adding to release maximum flavour.
- Mix well and add 2 tablespoons of ghee. Combine until the flour feels lightly coated.
- Add water little by little and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal balls and shape them into pedas.
- Roll one peda into a thin chapati, apply a little ghee and fold into half.
- Apply ghee again, fold once more to form a triangle.
- Dust with a little flour and roll into a triangular paratha.
- Heat a tawa and place the paratha on it.
- Cook for a few seconds, drizzle oil around it and flip.
- Cook until both sides are lightly golden.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions About Namak Ajwain Paratha:
Why do my parathas turn hard?
The dough may be tight or the paratha too thin.
Can I make this paratha with oil instead of ghee?
You can, but the flavour and softness will not be the same. Ghee works best for this recipe.
Can I add spices?
Yes, you can add chilli powder, pepper, methi, jeera, all works well.
Does this stay soft in lunchbox?
Yes, it stays soft for long hours.
Can I make it without layering?
Yes, but layered parathas stay softer and taste better.
Can I make the dough in advance?
Yes, you can knead the dough and keep it in the fridge for 4 to 5 hours. Just bring it to room temperature before rolling.
Why do my parathas not puff?
The dough may be too tight or rolled too thin. A soft dough and medium rolling thickness help the parathas puff better.
Can I skip the layering and make plain round parathas?
Yes, but the layered triangle shape gives better softness and flaky texture.
Does the paratha become chewy later?
No, the ghee-in-flour technique helps it stay soft even after a few hours.
Can I use multigrain flour?
Yes, but the texture will be slightly denser. Softness will still be good if the dough is kneaded well.
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If you make parathas often, a good heavy-base tawa makes a big difference. It helps the paratha cook evenly, puff nicely and stay soft for longer.
I prefer using a heavy cast iron or a good-quality non-stick tawa because it holds heat well and gives perfect browning on both sides.
It’s sturdy, heats evenly and is ideal for everyday paratha and chapati making.
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- No coating – Naturally nonstick, Healthy, Tasty,Crispy food
- Can use high heat – Retains heat well. Easy to cook in
- Rough and tough – Can use metal ladles
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