Beetroot Paratha Recipe: Vibrant and Nutritious Indian Flatbread

Beetroot Paratha is a colourful and nutritious Indian flatbread that’s not only visually appealing but also packed with the goodness of beetroots. This wholesome dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and can be served with your favourite chutney, yogurt, or pickles.

Course	Cuisine	Servings	Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Calories
Breakfast/Lunch	Indian	4-6 parathas	15 minutes	20 minutes	Approximately 100 calories per paratha

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
• 1 cup grated beetroot (about 2 medium-sized beetroots)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
• Water, as needed
• Extra flour for dusting

Method:

1. Preparing the Beetroot Mixture:

1. Peel and grate the beetroots using a fine grater.
2. Squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated beetroots using a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated beetroots, chopped onions, green chilies, cumin seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.

2. Making the Dough:

1. In another mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and the beetroot mixture.
2. Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a soft, smooth dough. The moisture from the beetroot should be sufficient, but if needed, you can add a little more water or flour to achieve the right consistency.
3. Add a teaspoon of oil and knead the dough until it’s smooth and pliable.
4. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15 minutes.

3. Rolling and Cooking the Parathas:

1. Divide the dough into small, equal-sized portions and shape them into balls.
2. Heat a griddle or tawa over medium-high heat.
3. Take one dough ball and flatten it slightly with your hands.
4. Dust it with flour and roll it out into a circular paratha, about 6-7 inches in diameter.
5. Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot griddle and cook until small bubbles appear on the surface.
6. Flip the paratha, drizzle a little oil or ghee on top, and cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
7. Repeat the same process for the remaining dough balls.

4. Serving:

1. Serve the hot and colorful Beetroot Parathas with yogurt, chutney, or pickles.

Enjoy the nutritious and vibrant flavors of Beetroot Paratha!

This dish is an ideal way to sneak in the health benefits of beetroots while savoring the taste of freshly made parathas.

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