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Methi & Bajra Paratha

This Methi & Bajra Paratha is a nutritious Indian flatbread made with fresh fenugreek leaves and bajra flour. Rich in fiber, minerals, and perfect for a wholesome breakfast or lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Ready In 35 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 parathas
Course: Breakfast, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup Bajra flour (pearl millet flour)
  • 1/2 cup Whole wheat flour helps with binding
  • 1 cup Fresh methi leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Ginger paste
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Red chilli powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Ajwain (carom seeds)
  • 1 tsp Salt or as needed
  • 1 tbsp Oil for dough
  • as needed Water to knead dough
  • 1-2 tsp Oil or ghee for roasting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Tawa

Method
 

  1. Add bajra flour, whole wheat flour, methi leaves, ginger paste, turmeric, red chilli powder, ajwain, salt and oil to a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix everything well using your hands.
  3. Add little water at a time and knead a soft, smooth dough.
  4. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into equal balls.
  6. Dust with flour and roll each ball into a medium-thick paratha.
  7. Heat a tawa and cook the paratha on both sides. Apply a little oil or ghee and press gently until golden spots appear.
  8. Serve hot with curd, chutney or pickle.

Notes

You can add finely chopped onions or green chilli for extra flavour. Always serve these parathas hot for best taste.