Paratha Recipe (Indian Flatbreads)

Stack of triangular shape paratha on a white plate with cabbage stir fry on the side.

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Paratha is a crispy, flaky Indian flatbread typically made with whole wheat flour. This classic plain paratha pairs perfectly with dal, curry, pickle, or yogurt.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Indian

Keyword indian flatbread, paratha recipes, plain paratha

Diet Vegetarian

Method Stovetop

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

resting time 15

Total Time 45

Servings parathas

Calories 144kcal

Author Bhavana Patil

Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour
¾-1 cup water to make the dough
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons oil
2-3 tablespoons ghee to cook parathas

Instructions

Make the Dough

Combine whole wheat flour, salt, and oil in a large mixing bowl. Gradually add water and knead to form a smooth dough.
Smear some oil on the top. Cover and let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes.
Take a small portion of the dough and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball. Lightly dust it with flour, then roll it out into a small, even disc.

Rolling Parathas Into Square Shape

Then, spread a little oil (or ghee) on it using a spoon. Fold one side of the rolled dough from top toward the center and press it gently. Then, spread a little more oil over the folded section.
Fold from the bottom, covering the previous fold (from the top). Press gently. Spread more oil on the second folded part.
Next, fold the left side of the paratha dough toward the center and gently press. Apply a bit of oil over this fold as well.
Lastly, fold from the right side covering the previous fold. It should look like a square. Dust it with flour and then roll it to a slightly thick square-shaped paratha.

Rolling Parathas Into Triangle Shape

Then, spread a little oil (or ghee) on it using a spoon or your fingers. Fold the circle in half. Then, spread some oil on it using a spoon or your fingers.
Next, fold the semicircle one more time to make a triangle.
Dust some flour on the folded triangle.
Gently roll the folded triangle into a triangular or round shape, as you prefer. Sprinkle a little flour as needed to prevent sticking. Roll it out evenly until it's about 6 inches in diameter.

Cook Plain Paratha

Heat a tawa or skillet over medium heat. Place the plain paratha on the tawa and cook it for 1-2 minutes until small bubbles appear on the surface. Once you see bubbles, flip onto the other side and drizzle some ghee (or oil) on top.
Flip again and drizzle ghee (or oil) on the other side until they have nice golden spots on both sides.
Serve plain paratha hot.

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