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Paratha (Flaky South Asian Flatbread) Recipe

Name: Paratha (Flaky South Asian Flatbread) Recipe
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 135 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 3 cups (15 ounces; 420g) all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling (see note); 1 tablespoon (12g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use about half as much by volume or the same by weight; 2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 30g) vegetable oil, or other neutral oil; 16 tablespoons (8 ounces; 112g) softened ghee, divided (see note)

Prep Time

Cook Time

1h 15m

Total Time

2h 15m

This Paratha recipe yields flaky South Asian flatbread made with all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, and ghee. The dough is rolled out, brushed with ghee, and folded multiple times to create layers. Cooked until golden brown and served alongside your favorite curry or dish. A delicious addition to any meal.