Lauki stuffed parantha-Bottle gourd stuffed flatbread
Bottle gourd (Lauki) is an ideal summer food for healthy skin. Its rich in Vitamin C and Zinc. Its mild taste is a treat to eat.
- Preparation time 30 minutes
- Cooking time 6 minutes per paratha
- Makes 10-12 paranthas depending on size of dough balls
Ingredients
- Lauki (grated) 2 cups
- Mint leaves (chopped) ¼ cup
- Green chili (chopped) 3
- Onion (chopped) 1
- Red chili flakes 1 tasp
- Turmeric powder ¼ tsp
- Garam masala powder ¼ tsp
- Salt to taste
- Sher atta 2 cups
- Oil for frying
METHOD
Mix grated lauki, mint leaves, green chili, onion, red chili flakes, turmeric powder, red chili powder and garam masala powder. Add salt to taste. Mix well and add Sher atta to the mixture.
Knead stiff dough with water. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Make equal sized small balls from the dough and roll flat using dry flour.
Heat the tawa on medium heat and place the rolled parantha on it. Let it cook slightly from one side then add oil and turn over for frying. Fry until golden brown from both sides.
Serving suggestion
Serve hot with pickle and seasoned yougurt.
