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Lachha Paratha Recipe

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Lachha Paratha is a flaky, layered Indian flatbread made from Akshkuber Atta, ghee, and water. The dough is rolled, layered with ghee, folded into coils, and cooked on a hot tawa until crispy and golden. It is commonly served with curries, dal, or curd.

Ingredients:

For Dough:

  • Wheat flour (atta) – 1 cup
  • Salt – ¼ tsp
  • Water – as needed (to make soft dough)
  • Oil or ghee – 1 tsp (for dough)

For Layering:

  • Ghee or oil – 2–3 tbsp
  • Dry flour (atta) – for dusting

Follow Method:

🥣 Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  1. Take 1 cup Akshkuber Atta in a bowl.

  2. Add ½ tsp salt and mix well.

  3. Add water little by little and knead into a soft, smooth dough.

  4. Cover and rest for 15–20 minutes.

🍥 Step 2: Create Lachha Layers

  1. Divide dough into small balls.

  2. Roll one ball into a thin roti.

  3. Spread ghee or oil on the surface.

  4. Sprinkle dry flour lightly.

  5. Cut into thin strips (like noodles).

  6. Gather strips and roll into a spiral ball (lachha shape).

  7. Rest for 5 minutes.

🔥 Step 3: Roll & Cook

  1. Gently roll the spiral ball into a thick paratha.

  2. Heat a tawa and place the paratha.

  3. Cook on medium flame, flipping both sides.

  4. Apply ghee/oil and cook until golden brown and crispy layers appear.

🍽️ Serve With

  • Butter, curd, or pickle

  • Dal Makhani

  • Paneer Butter Masala

  • Aloo Sabzi

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