Drumstick Leaves Paratha (Moringa Paratha)

drumstick leaves paratha served on a plate

4.82 from 11 votes

Drumstick Leaves Paratha (Moringa Paratha)

Drumstick Leaves Paratha is an easy to make and healthy Indian paratha/bread recipe using whole wheat flour with drumstick/moringa leaves and few spices.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Keyword drumstick leaves paratha, moringa paratha, moringa recipes

Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Method Stovetop

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings parathas

Calories 156kcal

Author Bhavana Patil

Ingredients

1 cup whole wheat flour or multigrain flour
1 cup drumstick leaves (moringa) tightly packed
1 teaspoon ginger grated
¼ teaspoon ajwain (carrom seeds)
½ teaspoon cumin seeds
½ teaspoon red chili powder
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon garam masala (optional)
salt to taste
2 tablespoons oil or ghee to (cook parathas)
water to knead dough

Instructions

Pluck the drumstick leaves and measure out approximately 1 cup. Fill a large vessel with water and soak the leaves in it for 10-15 minutes.
Allow the dirt to settle at the bottom, while the leaves float on top. Carefully remove the leaves and lightly squeeze out the water. Then, chop the drumstick leaves.
In a bowl, combine finely chopped drumstick/moringa leaves, grated ginger, ajwain seeds, jeera seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, wheat flour, oil, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
Add some water and keep kneading till you get a smooth dough. The dough should be tight and firm (not soft).
Shape the dough into balls. I was able to make 6 balls.
Roll the parathas to a semi-thick or thin by dusting them with some dry flour as needed.
Heat a tawa or skillet over medium heat. Place the paratha on it and allow it to cook. Once you see bubbles, flip it over and drizzle some ghee or oil on top.
Flip the paratha once more and drizzle oil or ghee on the other side, cooking until both sides have developed nice golden spots.
Serve Drumstick/Moringa leaves paratha or chapati with curd, pickle, raita, or any gravy of your choice.

Notes

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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