This delicious and classic paratha is the perfect dish for toddlers to enjoy. With its soft texture and flavorful Mughlai spices, Mughlai Paratha is an easy and nutritious option for mealtime. Toddler Recipes Australia shares this recipe for a healthy and delicious Indian-inspired meal the whole family can enjoy.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Indian, paratha, mughlai, easy
- Calories: 258
- Protein: 10g
- Carbs: 46g
- Fat: 3.7g
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 2 cups of All-purpose flour (250g)
- 4 tablespoons of Oil (60g)
- 1/4 teaspoon of Salt (1.5g)
- 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil (4g)
- 1 cup of water (250ml)
- 2 teaspoons of Coriander seed powder (7g)
- 1 teaspoon of Cumin seed powder (3g)
- 1/4 teaspoon of Garam Masala (1.5g)
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons of oil and salt. Mix until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Gradually add the water to the flour mixture while stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it is soft and stretchy.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll out each portion into a 6 inch (15 cm) circle.
- Place the parathas onto the hot skillet and cook for about 1 minute. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 1 minute.
- While each side cooks, mix together the coriander seed powder, cumin seed powder, and garam masala.
- Flip the parathas again and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the spice mixture on each side.
- Flip the parathas to the other side and sprinkle the remaining spice mixture.
- Continue cooking the parathas for an additional 1-2 minutes on each side.
- When the parathas are golden brown and crisp, remove from the heat and allow to cool.
Recommended Sides:
- Homemade yogurt or raita
- Tomato chutney
- your favorite fruit like apples or bananas
Instructional note: This recipe is ideal for toddlers as there is no salt or sugar added, and all ingredients are in small pieces. Be sure to keep an eye on your child when they are eating, and make sure to cut any large pieces into smaller sizes to avoid any choking hazards. Have fun and enjoy your meal!
Suggested Recipes
As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
You Might Also Like
Never miss a recipe from us, subscribe to our newsletter