{"id":"recipe_c7d9b7dffe","slug":"paratha","title":"Paratha","description":"A classic, flaky, and golden-brown Indian flatbread that is perfect for a hearty breakfast. Made from whole wheat flour and layered with ghee, it is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":35,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)","name":"Wheat Flour","quantity":240,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"whole wheat","notes":"also known as atta","group":"dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3/4 cup water","name":"Water","quantity":180,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"lukewarm","notes":"add gradually","group":"dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3 tbsp ghee","name":"Ghee","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"melted","notes":"for layering and frying","group":"cooking","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Combine the whole wheat flour and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Gradually add lukewarm water and knead until a soft, smooth dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Gradually add lukewarm water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls. Roll one ball out into a small circle, apply a thin layer of ghee, and fold into a triangle or square to create layers. Roll it out again into a flat circle or triangle.","group":"Shape and Cook","title":"Divide the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shape and Cook"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat. Place the paratha on the hot surface and cook until small bubbles appear.","group":"Shape and Cook","title":"Heat a tawa or griddle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shape and Cook"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Flip the paratha and spread a teaspoon of ghee on the cooked side. Flip again and apply ghee to the other side. Press down with a spatula until both sides are golden-brown and crispy.","group":"Shape and Cook","title":"Flip the paratha","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shape and Cook"}],"notes":"For the best layers, do not skip the folding step. If you prefer a vegan version, use a neutral vegetable oil instead of ghee.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["mixing bowl","tawa","rolling pin","spatula"],"diet":["vegetarian","high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"piece","note":"makes 8 medium-sized parathas"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared a day in advance and stored in an airtight container."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store cooked parathas in an insulated container or wrap them in foil to keep them soft.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on a dry tawa for 1-2 minutes until warm."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_c7d9b7dffe%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=874af0d9-6c15-416a-93b5-d18f32cf8074","imageAlt":"Paratha — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["indian","breakfast","flatbread","vegetarian","homemade","atta"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Paratha","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T16:51:51.185Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T16:51:51.185Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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