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Pudina Paratha

Pudina ka Paratha is Indian Flatbread flavoured with the goodness of mint. Refreshing and aromatic Stuffed Mint Parathas are best had with Raita or pickle. Pudina leaves add a special zing when used in foods.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Punjabi
Servings: 3
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Shil

Ingredients

For Dough:

  • Whole Wheat Flour – 1 cup
  • Fresh mint leaves, optional – ¼ cup
  • Oil – 1 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Water – ½ cup

For Dry Mix:

  • Dried mint leaves – ½ cup
  • Pepper powder – ½ tsp
  • Ajwain/carom seeds – ½ tsp
  • Cumin Powder – ½ tsp
  • Butter – 3 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for cooking – 1 tbsp

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl combine wheat flour, fresh mint leaves, oil, salt and knead into a medium-soft dough using water. Rest the dough for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in another bowl combine dried mint leaves, pepper powder, carom seeds, cumin powder, salt and keep aside.
  • Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into balls.
  • Roll out each ball into a circular disc on a floured surface.
  • Spread butter on the surface with a knife and dust a little flour on it.
  • Sprinkle the mint leaves mixture evenly on top.
  • Fold the paratha into pleats and twist into a ball. Flatten and roll out each ball into a circle.
  • Heat a griddle and place the paratha on it. Once bubbles form, flip it over and cook on the other side.
  • Drizzle ½ tsp of oil and cook till both sides turn golden brown.
  • Remove and serve Pudina Paratha with curd.

Notes

* To make dry mint leaves, take fresh mint leaves and lightly roast on a hot griddle. Cool and then crush to a powder.
* Store dried mint leaves in an air-tight container.