The only time you can avoid being calorie conscious is when you are devouring a Paratha (flatbreads)...
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The key to happiness is simple – eat a paratha. Yes, you read that right. Parathas (unleavened flatbreads) are common to South-Asia, and is known for its crispy and glazed texture (and of course, flavour). Parathas come in various forms – stuffed, plain, and even in non-vegetarian avatars.
Feeling hungry yet? If you are, try out these easy and delicious paratha recipes:
1. Lachedaar Paratha
A popular Pakistani-dish, the crispy brown Lachedaar or flaky paratha, can be made in two forms – plain or stuffed (with potatoes). This glossy flatbread works best in the mornings with a cup of chai (tea), or any gravy or pickle – if you're looking to spice things up a little bit.
Don't have the time to make an egg roll? Make an egg paratha instead. If you're wondering what the difference is, it's just that the egg paratha has an egg stuffing, whereas an egg roll requires you to make the paratha and the egg separately
Perfect for breakfast, this paratha tastes best with mint chutney. All it takes is a mix of few vegetables (carrots, beans and onions), and a few spices to enhance the flavour
This 8-ingredient paratha tastes as good as it looks. This paratha hails from India's North West Frontier, and is flaky and light. Tastes well when plain, or stuffed with meat/vegetables
This paratha features stuffed minced lamb and was made by Thoufeeq Zakaria – Sous Chef, Taj, Dubai. The UAE-inspired bread is a tribute to the Indo-Emirati food culture.