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Methi Lachha Paratha

A healthy, flaky Indian paratha made with fresh methi leaves, whole wheat flour, and minimal oil. Easy, nutritious, and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 parathas
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup fresh methi leaves (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp ajwain helps digestion
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil for dough
  • as needed water for kneading
  • 2 tsp oil or ghee for cooking

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Tawa
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Add whole wheat flour, chopped methi, ajwain, salt, and 1 tbsp oil to a mixing bowl.
  2. Add water little by little and knead into a soft, smooth dough. Rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Divide the dough into equal balls. Roll one ball into a thin circle, apply a few drops of oil, fold into layers, and roll again to form a lachha shape.
  4. Heat a tawa and place the rolled paratha on it. Cook until light brown spots appear on both sides.
  5. Brush lightly with oil or ghee and cook until crisp and flaky. Repeat for all parathas.

Notes

For extra softness, add 1 tbsp curd while kneading. You can also mix in grated garlic for added flavor.