Indian
Indian - Breads and Flatbreads
Classic Palak Whole Wheat Paratha
Chef's Menu Description
Simmered in a vibrant, velvety purée of fresh garden spinach, garlic, and warming spices, finished with a knob of butter.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
- • 1/2 tsp salt
- • 1 tbsp oil
- • 3/4 cup water
- • 1 cup spinach leaves, blanched and chopped
- • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 green chili, minced
- • 2 tbsp ghee, for cooking
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Mix the flour, salt, and oil; knead with water into a soft dough and rest 30 minutes.
2
Phase 2
Squeeze the spinach dry and mix with the cumin, chili, and salt.
3
Phase 3
Stuff each ball of dough with the spinach mixture.
4
Phase 4
Roll the stuffed balls into flat rounds.
5
Phase 5
Toast on a hot tawa with ghee until golden on both sides.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with yogurt or pickle.