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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 20 minutes
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Resting Time: 20 minutes
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Total Time: 55 minutes
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Servings: 4 parathas
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Difficulty Level: Easy
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Intensity Level: Low to Medium
Ingredients
For the Dough
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2 cups all-purpose flour (maida) or whole wheat flour (atta)
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½ cup warm milk
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1 egg (beaten)
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2 tablespoons oil or ghee
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon sugar (optional)
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Water as needed (approximately ¼ cup)
For the Egg Coating
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2 eggs
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2 tablespoons milk
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
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2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
For Cooking
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Ghee or oil for frying (approximately 4–6 tablespoons)
Optional Fillings
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Chopped onions
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Green chilies
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Grated cheese
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Cooked minced chicken or vegetables
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough (10 minutes)
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
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Add the beaten egg, warm milk, and oil.
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Mix well until the ingredients come together.
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Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
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Knead for 5–7 minutes until the dough is elastic and not sticky.
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Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Tip: Resting the dough makes it easier to roll and results in softer parathas.
Step 2: Prepare the Egg Mixture (3 minutes)
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In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs with milk.
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Add salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and coriander leaves.
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Whisk until well combined and set aside.
Step 3: Divide and Roll the Dough (7 minutes)
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After resting, divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
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Roll each portion into a smooth ball.
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Lightly flour your surface and rolling pin.
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Roll each ball into a circle about 6–7 inches in diameter.
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Keep the rolled parathas covered to prevent drying.
Step 4: Cook the Paratha (5 minutes per paratha)
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Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tawa (griddle) over medium heat.
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Place one rolled paratha on the hot tawa.
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Cook for 30–40 seconds until small bubbles appear.
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Flip the paratha and cook the other side for 30–40 seconds.
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Drizzle ½ teaspoon of ghee or oil around the edges.
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Press gently with a spatula and cook until golden brown spots appear.
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Remove and set aside. Repeat for the remaining parathas.
Intensity Note: Keep the heat at medium. High heat may burn the paratha, while low heat makes it dry and hard.
Step 5: Add the Egg Coating (3 minutes per paratha)
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Lower the heat to medium-low.
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Pour 2–3 tablespoons of the egg mixture onto the hot tawa.
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Immediately place the cooked paratha on top of the egg mixture.
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Press gently so the egg sticks to the paratha.
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Cook for 1–2 minutes until the egg sets.
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Flip the paratha and cook the egg side for another 1–2 minutes.
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Drizzle a little ghee or oil for extra crispness.
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Remove and repeat with the remaining parathas.
Tip: You can also dip the paratha directly into the egg mixture before placing it on the tawa for a thicker coating.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
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Stack the parathas on a plate.
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Serve hot with:
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Mint chutney
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Tomato ketchup
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Yogurt
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Pickle
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A cup of tea or coffee
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Timing and Intensity Summary
| Stage | Time | Heat Intensity |
|---|---|---|
| Dough Preparation | 10 minutes | Low |
| Dough Resting | 20 minutes | None |
| Egg Mixture | 3 minutes | Low |
| Rolling | 7 minutes | Low |
| Cooking Paratha | 5 minutes each | Medium |
| Egg Coating | 3 minutes each | Medium-Low |
| Total | 55 minutes | Low to Medium |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Approximate values based on 1 paratha per serving.
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Calories: 280 kcal
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Protein: 10 g
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Carbohydrates: 32 g
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Fat: 12 g
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Saturated Fat: 4 g
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Cholesterol: 95 mg
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Sodium: 320 mg
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Fiber: 2 g
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Sugar: 2 g
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Calcium: 60 mg
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Iron: 2 mg
