Palak paratha is an Indian flatbread without any yeast that is crunchy on the exterior and tender on the inside. It’s created with spinach known as palak, whole wheat flour, chilies, and some spices, and it can be devoid of onion and garlic. Serve this delectable flatbread over with butter, curd, or pickle for breakfast.
Paratha is generally unleavened Indian bread that comes in a variety of flavors and fillings. Because parathas are traditionally named for their fillings, and palak in Hindi means spinach, this meal is called “palak paratha.” This spinach paratha is a terrific nutritious option that combines healthy greens and has a gorgeous brilliant green hue. It’s particularly beneficial for kids who aren’t fond of spinach.
Parathas are a common breakfast meal among Punjabi households in Northern India. The parathas are fried in a lot of ghee in Punjab to turn them crispy brown, but you may alternatively cook them in oil or ghee. We cooked these parathas with sufficient oil, so they’re a little crunchy. Reduce the amount of oil in the paratha if you want it to be less crispy.
It is preferable to use the flattening and folding method while producing parathas. Gently apply or ghee to the dough as you roll it out and fold it. This results in stacked parathas with a delicate texture on the interior. You can prepare numerous shapes if the parathas.
INGREDIENS:
For Palak / Spinch Puree
- Water – 1½ glass
- Spinach (Palak) – 1 bunch
- Ginger – 1 inch
- Garlic – 4-5 cloves
For Dough
- Wheat Flour – 2 cup
- Salt to taste
- Red Chilli – ½ tsp
- Oil or Ghee – 2 tbsp
DIRCTIONS:
- Firstly, in large vessel add water and get to boil.
2. Next add washed palak (spinach) leaves.
3. Add more water to boil.
4. Boil for 1 minute and then transfer the blanched palak or spinch into blender without adding water. Don’t throw the water, use the same water for kneading the dough.
5. Further add 4 cloves of garlic in same jar.
6. Add 1 inch chopped ginger.
7. Blend to smooth puree without adding any extra water.
8. Palak or spinach puree is ready, keep aside. let’s prepare the dough for palak paratha.
9. Take 2 cups of wheat flour in a large bowl or plate.
10. Add salt as per tatse.
11. Add ½ tsp red chilli powder.
12. Next add 2 tbsp oil.
13. Mix all the ingredients.
14. Now add prepared palak or spinch puree in wheat flour. combine well making sure the palak gets mixed well.
15. Further add water (use leftover palak or spinach water) as required and knead for 5 minutes.
16. Knead smooth and soft dough. Cover the dough and keep aside for 15 to 30 minutes.
17. Now take a medium sized ball dough.
18. Dust with wheat flour, now roll and flatten it.
19. Roll it in a thin circle like chapati or paratha.
20. Place the prepare paratha on hot tava and cook for a minute.
21. Roast for 1 minute on medium flame and then flip the palak or spinach paratha.
22. Now brush it with ghee or oil and press slightly.
23. Now flip the paratha again once or twice till both the sides are cooked properly.
24. Palak or spinach paratha is done, now serve hot paratha with butter or pickle or curd. ENJOY!!!
