Kerala Whole Wheat Parotta Recipe – Soft & Flaky Indian Flatbread

Experience the authentic flavors of Kerala with this wholesome, soft, and flaky Kerala Style Whole Wheat Parotta recipe. Perfect for a hearty lunch, this parotta is made from whole wheat flour, enriched with the richness of ghee and milk. It pairs wonderfully with Kappa Stew or Kerala Kadala Curry for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of ghee, milk, sugar, and salt.
   • Gradually add lukewarm water and knead until you get a stiff dough. The dough should not be too soft or too hard.
   • Cover the dough and set it aside for 15 to 20 minutes to rest.

2. Divide the Dough:

   • After resting, divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into small balls.
   • Lightly coat each dough ball with oil and cover them. Let them rest for another 5 to 10 minutes.

3. Roll the Parottas:

   • On a clean surface, spread a little ghee or oil.
   • Place a dough ball on the surface and roll it out using a rolling pin into a thin sheet.
   • Brush the rolled dough with melted ghee or oil, then dust with a small amount of refined flour.
   • Fold the dough into small pleats and roll it into a ball again. Repeat this step with the remaining dough balls.

4. Rest the Rolled Balls:

   • Cover the pleated dough balls and allow them to rest for another 5 minutes.

5. Cook the Parottas:

   • Heat a non-stick tawa or griddle over medium heat.
   • Once hot, place one of the rested dough balls on the tawa and gently roll it out into a flat, round parotta.
   • Drizzle a little ghee or oil over the parotta and cook on both sides until lightly browned and crisp. Flip and cook the other side until golden and cooked through.

6. Serve:

   • Remove the parotta from the tawa and serve hot with a side of Kappa Stew or Kerala Kadala Curry (spicy chickpeas in coconut curry) for an authentic Kerala meal.

Additional Tips:

• The key to getting soft, flaky parottas is in the resting time and the technique of pleating the dough.
• You can also experiment by adding a little more ghee or oil for extra softness.
• If you prefer a spicier meal, serve your parottas with a hot and tangy Kerala-style curry.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Enjoy the rich flavors of Kerala with this simple, yet delightful Kerala Style Whole Wheat Parotta, made right in your kitchen!