How to make Multigrain Paratha

🌾🥙 Healthy Multigrain Paratha

✅ Why it’s healthy:

• Made with a mix of whole grains (fiber-rich)
• Uses minimal oil
• Great for digestion and long-lasting energy
• Can be customized with veggies or greens

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📝 Ingredients (Makes 6–8 parathas):

For the dough:

• ½ cup whole wheat flour (atta)
• ¼ cup ragi (finger millet) flour
• ¼ cup besan (gram flour)
• ¼ cup jowar (sorghum) flour (or bajra/pearl millet flour)
• 1 tbsp flaxseed powder (optional – for omega-3 boost)
• ½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds) or jeera (cumin seeds)
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp grated ginger (optional)
• 2 tbsp finely chopped onion, spinach, or methi (optional – adds taste & nutrition)
• Water as needed
• Ghee or oil for roasting (use sparingly)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the dough

• In a large bowl, mix all flours, spices, salt, and optional veggies/herbs.
• Gradually add water and knead into a soft, pliable dough.
• Cover and let it rest for 15–20 minutes.

2. Roll the parathas

• Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
• Roll each ball gently using a rolling pin, dusting with dry flour as needed.
• Try to keep them medium-thin and even.

3. Cook on the tawa

• Heat a non-stick or cast iron tawa on medium heat.
• Place the rolled paratha and cook until light brown spots appear.
• Flip and apply a few drops of oil/ghee. Cook both sides until golden and crisp.

4. Serve hot

Serve with:

• Low-fat curd or plain yogurt
• Pickle or chutney
• Raita or dal for a complete meal

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🧠 Tips for extra nutrition:

• Add grated carrot, beetroot, or zucchini to the dough
• Mix in chia seeds, sunflower seeds, or sesame seeds for crunch
• Use hung curd or a hummus-style dip instead of high-fat sides