Malabar Parota Recipe
Malabar Parota, also known as Kerala Parotta, is a traditional Indian flatbread hailing from the coastal region of Malabar in the southern state of Kerala. Its flaky texture and buttery flavor make it a popular choice for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour / maida all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1/2 cup water
- Oil
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Prep Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the maida and salt.
- Add in the oil and mix until the flour resembles breadcrumbs.
- Slowly add in the water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and set it aside for at least 30 minutes to rest.
Cooking Steps:
- Divide the dough into small balls. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions.
- Take one portion of dough and dust it with flour. Roll out each dough ball into a thin, circular shape. Roll it out into a thin circle, about 6 inches in diameter.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and place the parota onto the skillet.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and place it on a plate.
- Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
Notes & Tips
Notes & Comments:
- To achieve the flaky texture of the traditional Malabar Parota, it is important to roll out the dough as thinly as possible.
- For added flavor, brush the parota with melted butter or ghee before serving.
- The parota can be served with a variety of side dishes such as curries, gravies or chutneys.
- Malabar parota is a traditional flatbread from the Indian state of Kerala, known for its soft and fluffy texture.
- It is often served with various curries and gravies, as well as with egg, meat or vegetable fillings.
- The dough can be made with various flours like wheat flour, maida flour, or a combination of both.
- The dough can also be fermented overnight to give a nice flavor to the parota.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Malabar Parota Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
289
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Sodium
584
mg
25
%
Potassium
67
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
48
g
16
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin B1
0.5
mg
33
%
Vitamin B2
0.3
mg
18
%
Vitamin B3
4
mg
20
%
Vitamin B5
0.3
mg
3
%
Vitamin B6
0.03
mg
2
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
5
µg
5
%
Calcium
11
mg
1
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
Magnesium
14
mg
4
%
Zinc
0.4
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.