Palak/Spinach Paratha
Advertisement
Raw Spinach is 91% water, 4% carbohydrates, 3% protein and contains negligible fat. It is highly nutritional and has lots of health benefits. It is a rich source of Vitamin A, C, K, Magnesium, iron and folate. Contains lots of other minerals. It is used in many recipes. It has unique taste and flavor which makes any dish rich and tasty.
Advertisement
Ingredients
- Spinach Puree – 5 tbsp.
- Wheat flour – 1 cup + 2tbsp for dusting rolling board.
- Amchur Powder – 1tsp
- Asafoetida – ½ tsp
- Coarsely ground Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
- Coarsely ground green chillies – 2
- Garlic cloves– 2 Make a coarse paste
- Salt
- Ghee / Oil– 1 tbsp. for kneading + 2tbsp for greasing
- Water as required for kneading
- Serving – Curd or pickle or any dip or sauce
Advertisement
Instructions
- Wash plucked spinach leaves twice/thrice. Drain off water completely. Blanch and blend into a fine puree.
- In a large deep bowl take wheat flour, salt, crushed cumin, Green chili and garlic paste, oil, salt, amchur powder, Asafoetida.
- Add spinach puree. Mix it well.
- Add water slowly at a time and knead it into a smooth dough. Cover and keep aside for 15 minutes.
- Divide dough into 8-9 equal parts. Shape them into a smooth ball.
- Dust rolling board with some wheat flour. Roll dough ball into a small 3-inch circle. Apply some ghee and sprinkle some wheat flour. Fold it in the center. Fold it again in the center to form a triangle.
- Roll it again into a thin roti or circle about (6-7†diameter).
- In a nonstick tava or griddle, drizzle ghee. Spread evenly all over on its surface with rubber spatula.
- Place paratha on it. Let it cook till bubbles appear on the top. Cook on medium low flame.
- Flip it over and let it cook for few seconds. Apply some ghee.
- Flip it again and apply ghee on another side and cook until light brown spots appear on both the sides and paratha puffs up. Press in between with the help of spatula for even cooking.
- Once cooked properly transfer it on a plate.
- Serve hot with curd, pickle or any subji or curry.
Notes
It is necessary to clean leaves under running water at least twice.
Advertisement
Recipes You May Also Like
Aloo Chat
Fried small pieces potatoes in heated oil n served with sweet chutney. Sweet chutney made with tomato ketchup, sugar and…
Milk Cake – Kalakand
Related posts: Chocolate Milk Instant Kalakand Masala Butter Milk | How To Make Masala Butter Milk | Masala Chaas Recipe…
Chow Chow Poricha Kuzhambhu(Chayote Squash)
An authentic south Indian side for rice, frequently prepare in Brahmin houses. We can say this curry as Chayote squash…
Nutella Dipped Marie Biscuits
Mindboggling, stunningly beautiful biscuits dipped in heavenly Nutella. Isn’t it an interesting combo friends? Yes, it is. Pick the one…
Masala Idli
Masala idli is a quick South Indian snack recipe made with idlis, onions, tomatoes and mixed with spices. It makes…
Sindhi Dal Pakwan
Presenting a classic Sindhi breakfast…Dal Pakwan that has a liberal adding of chopped onion and super spicy Green Coriander and…
Articles You May Also Like
What To Look Out For When Buying Meat
Most of us have been buying meat for a long time. A majority of the world today follows the non-vegetarian lifestyle, with people around the…
Swaad Bhaare, Shakti Bhaare Parle-g G Means Genius
It’s time to say thank you again to everything in my kitchen which makes my cooking life so beautiful. When I got my monthly grocery…
Optimal Uses for Ashes from Your Last Evening’s BBQ or Fire
Discover the best ways to put your ashes to good use from your last night’s barbecue or fire. Don’t let those remnants go to waste…
How to Make a Whisky Highball: A Guide to Crafting the Perfect Drink
How to Make a Whisky Highball? Whisky highball is a classic cocktail that combines the smoothness of whisky with the refreshing fizz of soda water.…
Star Anise – The Super Spice
Star Anise also known as the super spice is an evergreen, medium sized tree native to Northeast Vietnam and South west China. In India, Arunachal…
Meet Homechef Geeta Biswas – Inspired To Search Lost Recipes!
Highly motivated, determined and just want to share original, traditional and authentic recipes, Geeta Biswas joined Plattershare just a few months back. Co-founder of Plattershare…
