Chur Chur Lachaa Paratha

Ingredients –

•  2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• 1 tbsp oil or ghee 

• For the Onion Stuffing 
  • 1 cup thinly sliced or finely chopped onions
  • 2 tsp finely chopped green chillis 
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander leaves
  • 1 tsp lemon juice or 1/2 tsp dry mango powder (amchur)
  • 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp black salt
  • Salt to taste 

Directions

• Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and oil. Add water gradually and knead into a soft, pliable dough. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes.
• Prepare the Stuffing: In a separate bowl, mix all the ingredients listed for the “Onion Stuffing/Layering Mixture”. Ensure the onions are finely chopped or thinly sliced.
• Assemble the Paratha
• Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll one portion into a thin, large circle using dry flour for dusting.
• • Brush a thin layer of ghee over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle some dry flour over the ghee layer.
  • Spread a generous amount of the onion mixture evenly over the entire surface.
  • Create Layers: Either fold the dough into thin strips, stack them, and roll into a ball, or fold it into an envelope/square shape to create layers (the “lachha” effect).
  • Gently roll the layered dough ball into a paratha of desired thickness.
• Cook the Paratha: Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat. Place the paratha on the tawa and cook both sides, applying ghee or oil until golden brown and crispy.

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