Parathas

Parathas are the shallow-fried version of chapatis. This recipes make crunchier and less-flaky parathas than those I buy from the store. Serve with cinnamon-sugar for a sweet treat or with curries as a scooping bread.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 4 mins
• Total Time: 19 mins
• Calories: 139 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• ¾ cup water
• ½ cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• oil for frying
• 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour in a bowl. Sprinkle salt on top. Add butter, sugar, garlic powder, and dried herbs. Mix together with your fingers. Pour water in gradually; continue to mix by hand until a soft dough is formed.

Step 2

Knead dough until smooth and elastic, about 7 minutes. Cover with a damp cloth; let rest for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Divide dough into 8 equal portions. Shape into smooth balls; lightly flatten. Dust with flour and roll into thin circles about 1/16-inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Fry each dough circle until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.