This recipe guides you through making crispy, flaky layered parathas using all-purpose flour, lukewarm water, and ghee. Perfect for serving as a side dish or enjoying on its own, these parathas are layered and cooked to golden perfection.
1: Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl and mix well.
2: Gradually add lukewarm water to form a dough and knead for 10 minutes until smooth.
3: Apply 1 tablespoon oil, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
4: Divide the dough into 4-6 equal balls, place in a greased tray, cover, and let rest for 20 minutes.
5: Roll out each dough ball into a thin circle (6-7 inches diameter).
6: Apply 1-2 tablespoons melted ghee, cut into 3-inch strips, and fold into layers.
7: Roll out each layer, joining with the next layer to make one dough ball and rest for 20 minutes.
8: Roll out the folded dough into a thin circle.
9: Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, applying ghee once golden brown.
