Methi Paratha

Methi Paratha is a healthy breakfast/lunch paratha recipe made with whole wheat flour, methi (fenugreek) leaves, and spiced with some spices.

Methi, also known as fenugreek, is ubiquitous in almost all Indian kitchens. There are various applications for it, including methi dana, fragrant fresh leaves, and fragrant fenugreek powder. We've embraced this modest food in all of its forms since it has a unique scent, a flavor that is captivating, and many health benefits. You can make saag, raita, methi aloo, etc. Here, we bring you a delicious recipe for making methi paratha. 

A national classic! Methi paratha is a popular Indian flatbread made by kneading wheat flour dough, with fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), and a few Indian spices. The paratha is then rolled out and cooked on a griddle (tawa) until it turns golden brown with some ghee or oil. Serve them with pickles, curd, or any other favorite side dish. 

How to Make Methi Paratha

Pluck the methi leaves and measure about 1 cup. Take a large vessel filled with water. Soak fenugreek leaves in the water for 10-15 minutes. So, all the dirt will settle down at the bottom, and leaves will float on top. Now, take out only leaves and lightly squeeze out the water. Then, chop the methi leaves to yield ½ cup.

In a bowl, add finely chopped methi leaves, ajwain, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, wheat flour, oil, and salt. Mix well.

Add some water and keep kneading till you get the smooth dough. The dough should be tight and firm (not soft). DO NOT ADD ANY EXTRA WATER. Moisture from the methi leaves is enough to make the dough.

Make balls from the dough. I was able to get 6 balls.

Roll the parathas semi-thick/ thin by dusting some dry flour.

Heat up a tawa/skillet on medium heat, place the paratha, and let it cook. Once you see bubbles, flip onto the other side and drizzle some ghee or oil on top.

Flip again and drizzle oil or ghee on the other side as well till they have nice golden spots on both sides.

Serve methi paratha with curd, pickle, raita, ketchup, or any gravy of your choice.

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