Lachha Paratha is a multi-layered shallow fried north Indian flat bread. This paratha is made from whole wheat flour. Lachha Paratha recipe is quite different from other stuffed paratha. Lachha means layers and Lachha Paratha is layered paratha. When cooked the layers visible. This paratha is crispy and delicious.
Preparation Time: 5 min; Cooking Time: 25 min; Servings: 4-5
Ingredients
2 cups- Whole Wheat Flour (gehun ka atta)
2 tbsp- Ghee for the Dough
Salt to Taste
Whole Wheat Flour (gehun ka atta) for rolling and sprinkling
7 tsp- Ghee for Brushing
Ghee for Cooking
Method
1.In a bowl add whole wheat flour, 2 tbsp ghee, and salt, mix well and knead into a soft dough using enough lukewarm water.
2.Divide the dough into 7 equal portions.
3.Roll a portion of the dough into a 200 mm. (8”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour.
4.Spread 1 tsp of ghee evenly over it.
5.Sprinkle a little whole wheat flour evenly over it and spread it lightly.
6.Fold from one end to the other and gently press them in between.
7.Roll it over again from one end to the other end to form a roll and seal the open end tightly at the bottom in the center.
8.Turnover the roll so that the sealed side faces upwards and again gently roll into a 150 mm. (6”) diameter circle using a little whole wheat flour.
9.Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha, using a little ghee, till golden brown spots appear on both the sides.
10.Remove on a plate and press it gently from the sides towards the center to make the layers more visible in the paratha.
11.Serve it.
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