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Introduction
Bathua Paratha is a stuffed or blended flatbread made with the nutrient-rich bathua leaves, popular during Haryana’s winter months.
Historical Relevance
A traditional immunity-boosting breakfast, this dish showcases the rural wisdom of using seasonal, wild-grown greens.
Preparing the Bathua Paratha
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup blanched bathua leaves (chopped)
- 1 tsp ajwain, chili powder, salt
- Ghee for roasting
Instructions:
- Mix flour, bathua, and spices to form dough.
- Roll into parathas and cook on tawa with ghee till golden.
Pro Tips
Mix a little curd in the dough for softer parathas.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with white butter or homemade pickle.
Fun Fact
In many Haryanvi homes, Bathua Paratha replaces aloo paratha during winters due to its rich iron and calcium content.