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Paratha (no onion)

Detailed Plain Paratha Recipe (Garlic-Free/Sattvik Style)

Parathas are layered or stuffed breads that are shallow-fried on a tawa. They are richer and heartier than chapatis.

1. Ingredients

  • Whole Wheat Flour: 2 cups.

  • Ghee: for layering and frying.

  • Salt: To taste.

2. How to Cook - Step-by-Step Guidance

Step 1: Layering Roll a ball of dough into a circle, apply ghee, and fold into a triangle or square.

Step 2: Re-rolling Roll out the folded dough to preserve the layers.

Step 3: Shallow Fry Place on tawa and apply ghee on both sides until crisp and golden brown.

3. What are the Health Benefits?

  • Healthy Fats: Ghee is excellent for joint lubrication.

  • Nutritious: A staple for growing children.

4. Who Can Avoid?

  • Weight Loss: Use oil instead of ghee if under strict calorie counts, or stick to phulkas.
Published on March 24, 2026