Palak Paratha - Spinach Paratha

Paratha's are all time favourite at My home. So this time it was Palak's (Spinach) turn!! Normally palak (spinach) puree is used in making of this palak paratha (Spinach Paratha), but we prefer to prepare it by roughly chopping the blanched spinach leaves.
 

Ingredients: (Serves approx. 3)

• 2 Bunches of blanched Palak (Spinach)

• 2 tsp Ginger - Garlic Paste

• 2 tsp Coriander Powder

• 1 tsp Cumin Powder

• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder

• 2 Cups Wheat Flour

• Salt to taste

• Water to knead dough

• Oil

Method:

• Blanch palak (spinach leaves). Drain excess water and keep aside to cool. Once the palak(spinach leaves) is cooled enough, cut it roughly.

• In a bowl, add chopped spinach leaves and rest of the ingredients.

• Mix all the ingredients well and start kneading the dough by adding small amount of water at a time. Knead a soft dough.Drizzle little oil over the kneaded dough. Cover and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.

• After 15-20 minutes divide the dough into equal portion and roll out each portion into a round paratha.

• Use dry wheat flour while rolling the paratha.

• Heat a skillet / tava and place the paratha over it.Cook the paratha from both sides by applying little oil over it. Roast this paratha till nice brown spots appear on the surface. 

• Palak Paratha is ready.

• Serve these healthy & delicious Palak Paratha with any raita or pickle