Parathas

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Parathas are a type of flatbread that originated in the Indian subcontinent. They are a staple food in many Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi households, and are often served for breakfast or as a side dish to a main meal.

Parathas are made by mixing flour, water, and salt to form a dough, which is then rolled out into flat discs. The dough is then typically filled with a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, spices, or paneer (a type of Indian cheese), before being folded and rolled out again into a circular shape.

The parathas are then cooked on a griddle or tawa until golden brown on both sides, and can be served with a variety of accompaniments such as chutneys, pickles, or curries.

Parathas come in many different varieties, with some of the most popular being aloo paratha (filled with mashed potatoes and spices), methi paratha (filled with fenugreek leaves), and paneer paratha (filled with Indian cheese). They are also often flavored with different spices such as cumin, coriander, or chili powder to give them a unique taste.

Ingredients

1- 2 cups All Purpos Flour (Maida)2- 2 tbl.sp Yogurt3- 2 tbl.sp Oil4- Salt 1 tsp5- Sugar 1/2 tsp

Steps

1- Add Flour in mixing bowl along with Yogurt, Oil, Salt and Sugar and begin to mix flour with hand.2- Once flour looks crumbly gradually add water and make a non sticky dough.3- Cover and set aside for 20 minutes on room temperature,4- Now again knead a dough for 8 to 10 minutes , after kneading the dough must be soft.5- Then leave the dough again covered for 10 minutes.6- Divide the dough to 6 equal parts and make smooth balls. Keep cover.7- Now sprinkle some flour on rolling area and flatten a ball by using your fingers.8- Flat the dough buy using rolling pin.9- Smear the ghee on flatten ball and sprinkle some flour over that.10- Fold in your desire shape, I made Square parathas.11- Leave it for few minutes.12- Heat a tawa on high flame, when its hot enough transfer the paratha to the pan.13- Adjust the heat on medium, When bubble apperas on upper surface flip the paratha and spread ghee over the top and gently press with wooden spoon.14- Stack the parathas to keep them soft.15- Serve with Kababs, chana or aaloo sabzi and chai.