Peethi Ki Paronthi is a stuffed paratha with a spiced Urad dal filling. Paronthi is smaller and thinner than regular paratha. From the recipe I adapted, I read an interesting story on what a Paronthi means. Anyway, it is said that paronthi is smaller and thinner than regular parathas, and for many years ago, people […]
Orotti | Rice Coconut Roti from Kerala
Orotti is a popular Rice Roti made with grated coconut from Kerala. This roti is rolled out with hand and is thicker in size. It is often served with spicy side dishes. While Ari Pathiri is rolled out with a rolling pin and is quite thin and soft, Orotti is thick and has freshly grated […]
Nachni chi Bhakri | How to make Ragi Rotti
Nachni chi Bhakri or Ragi Rotti is an Indian Flatbread made with Finger Millet. This is made similar way across India with just plain flour or with different vegetables. I resorted to using the Marathi word for Finger Millet, as I couldn’t find anything else other than Ney pathiri / Neypathal, which I have already […]
Masala Paratha | Parath Paratha from Delhi
Masala Paratha or Parath Paratha is a spicy layered roti that has a spice mix spread and cooked as such. One can enjoy these parathas as such. The first time I ever saw this was when we had out BM#50 Meet in Madras, where we had a cooking session. Some of our friends cooked some […]
Lifafa Paratha | Mixed Vegetable Lifafa Paratha
Lifafa Paratha is a stuffed paratha made as an envelope popular in the northern states. This paratha is stuffed with a mixed vegetable filling and cooked and then stuffed. This makes a wonderful travel food and very easy to make. Konda liked it so much that she wanted to pack this for her college. I […]
Koraishutir Kochuri | Bengali Stuffed Peas Pooris
Koraishutir kochuri is a pea stuffed maida poori from Bengali and is one of the finest delicacies you can enjoy from their cuisine. Peas stuffed Pooris have been my favorite ever since I came to know about these. The first time was when I had visited Calcutta and got introduced to it in the city. […]
Jalebi Paratha | Flaky Paratha from Gujarat
Jalebi Paratha is a crisp, flaky ghee cooked paratha made rich by the use of ghee while kneading the dough and chilling process. This paratha can be served with just dal or any creamy gravy to enhance the taste. I remember reading a google book that talked about Jalebi Paratha. I almost thought it was […]
Indori Palak Ki Puri | Spinach Poori from Madhya Pradesh
Indori Palak Poori is one of the popular dishes from Madhya Pradesh. These Puris are made with spinach puree and spices in atta and deep fried. When I was making my A to Z Indian Flatbread list, this was one of the earliest entries listed as I had this recipe noted out long back. While […]
Hariyali Paratha | Methi Multi Grain Thepla from Gujarat
Hariyali Paratha is a healthy gluten free version of thepla, with the goodness of greens and the spices added makes it a filling and satisfying meal anytime. I was planning to make either a roti or a poori with complete greens, however, when I had checked my recipe index, I realized I have made all […]
Girda ~ Kashmiri Fermented Bread
Girda is one of the popular tandoor bread from Kashmir. It is made with a dough that’s fermented overnight and is ready to cook for the morning breakfast. This bread was the main reason why I felt we should include flatbreads that are baked as well. However, later I came versions that were cooked on […]