Have you heard of Ajwain Parota, also known as carom seeds flatbread? This Indian bread made from wheat flour, carom seeds, salt, and ghee is a perfect choice for breakfast when paired with tea or coffee. Today, we’ll guide you through the simple recipe for making this special paratha.
Ingredients
To make Ajwain Parota, you’ll need the following ingredients:
– Wheat flour
– Carom seeds (ajwain)
– Ghee
– Salt
– Oil (you can use olive oil or vegetable oil)
Step 1: Mixing the Ingredients
1. Take a large bowl and add wheat flour, one spoon of ghee, one spoon of salt, and carom seeds (ajwain).
2. Mix these ingredients well.
Step 2: Preparing the Dough
1. Gradually add half a cup of water to the mixture while stirring.
2. Keep adding water until you form a soft dough. The dough should be pliable and easy to work with.
Step 3: Heating the Pan
1. Heat a pan or tawa (griddle) to prepare the paratha.
Step 4: Shaping the Parota
1. Divide the dough into 8-9 equal portions.
2. Roll each portion into a ball-like shape.
3. Using a rolling pin, flatten each ball into a circle.
4. Shape the parota like a half-circle or triangle, but ensure it’s not too thin, and there should be a bit of thickness.
5. The edges can be thinner than the center.
Step 5: Frying the Parota
1. Place the shaped parota on the hot pan.
2. Cook until the bottom side turns golden brown, and you can add a little ghee or oil around the edges.
3. Flip the parota to cook the other side until it’s golden and crispy.
4. Repeat this process for all the portions.
Step 6: Enjoy Your Ajwain Parota
Once the parotas are ready, serve them hot for a delicious breakfast. You can enjoy them with tea or coffee. Making Ajwain Parota is easy and quick, and the addition of carom seeds not only enhances the flavor but also aids digestion. Try this delightful Indian flatbread for a fulfilling breakfast or any meal of the day.
