Cheese Paratha
A delicious and cheesy Indian flatbread perfect for breakfast or snack. Crispy on the outside and gooey inside, it's easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (120 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oil or ghee
- Water as required for kneading
Filling
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or processed)
- ¼ cup finely chopped onions
- 1-2 green chilies finely chopped
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed black pepper (as required)
For roasting
- as required ghee or oil
- as needed for dusting whole wheat flour
Instructions
- Combine flour, salt, and oil in a bowl. Gradually add water and knead into a soft, pliable dough. Cover and rest for 20-30 minutes.
- Mix grated cheese, chopped onions, green chilies, and black pepper to prepare the filling.
- Divide dough into small balls, roll into circles, place filling, seal edges, and roll into a 7-8 inch round.
- Heat a skillet, cook the paratha for about a minute until bubbles form, flip, apply ghee/oil, and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from skillet and serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh cheese for best flavor and texture.