Recipe: Methi Paratha (Fenugreek Flavored Flatbread)

Methi Paratha (Fenugreek Flavored Flatbread)

Origin: North India
Category: Breakfast / Main Course | Vegetarian
Cooking Time: 25–30 minutes
Serves: 4

Methi Paratha (Fenugreek Flavored Flatbread)

Healthy and flavorful Methi Paratha – Fenugreek North Indian flatbread.

Methi Paratha is a nutritious North Indian flatbread infused with fresh fenugreek leaves and mild spices. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, served with yogurt, pickle, or chutney.

🧂 Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves (methi), washed and chopped
  • 1–2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare Dough: Mix flour, fenugreek leaves, cumin seeds, salt, and green chilies. Add water gradually to form soft dough. Rest 10–15 minutes.
  2. Roll Paratha: Divide dough into small balls. Roll each into a flat circle on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Cook: Heat tawa or skillet. Cook each paratha on medium flame, applying a little oil/ghee, until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Serve: Hot with yogurt, pickle, or chutney.

💡 Tips & Serving Suggestions

Knead dough well for soft parathas. Use fresh fenugreek leaves for a stronger aroma. Serve immediately to enjoy the full flavor and softness.

✨ Fun Fact

Methi Paratha is a staple in North Indian households, known for its health benefits and slightly bitter, aromatic flavor.

Recipe by Love Indian Bites — Nutritious and flavorful North Indian flatbread for breakfast or lunch.

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