North Indian · Vegetarian
Lachha Paratha.
Layered whole-wheat flatbreads with a flaky, coiled texture.
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Resting makes rolling easier; pressing hard can flatten the layers.
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Lachha Paratha
~60 minutes estimated. Resting makes rolling easier; pressing hard can flatten the layers.
US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.
Ingredients
Method
- 01
Knead flour, salt, and water to a soft dough. Cover and rest.
- 02
Divide into eight pieces. Roll thinly, brush lightly with ghee, and fold into pleats. Coil each strip and rest again.
- 03
Roll each coil gently, keeping layers visible. Cook on a hot skillet with a little ghee until cooked and browned.
Cumin between the layers
Add: 0.5 tsp cumin seeds, lightly crushed
Sprinkle a little over the ghee-brushed dough before pleating and coiling. Avoid large pieces that could tear the rolled layers.
A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.Resting makes rolling easier; pressing hard can flatten the layers.
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