Plain layered paratha is a staple food in South Asian cuisine that is enjoyed by millions of people around the world.
Course Breakfast, dinner, lunch
Cuisine Indian
Keyword plain paratha
Prep Time 35 minutesminutes
Cook Time 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 40 minutesminutes
Servings 10medium size paratha
Calories 82kcal
Author Puja
Ingredients
2cupsWhole Wheat Flour
1/2tspSalt
Water to knead
Oilas needed
Instructions
To make a plain layered paratha, start by mixing together the wheat flour, salt, and water in a bowl until it forms a smooth dough.
Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is soft and pliable, and then cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
After the dough has rested, divide it into small balls . Take a ball sized dough on a rolling board and start rolling with a rolling pin in small roti shape. Follow the steps as shown in pictures.
Brush the surface with oil or ghee, and then fold the circle in half. Brush the folded surface with oil or ghee again, and then fold it in half again to form a small triangle.
Roll out the triangle into a thin layer, and then cook it on a hot griddle or tawa for a minute or two on each side until it is golden brown and crispy. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls until you have a stack of delicious plain layered parathas ready to serve.
Plain layered paratha is a versatile flatbread that can be enjoyed on its own, with a bit of butter or ghee, or as an accompaniment to a wide range of curries, dals, and other Indian dishes.