South Indian-Style Parotta For A Hearty Lunch Or Dinner

By Garima Johar

January 29, 2025

South Indian Parotta, also known as Malabar Parotta is a flaky flatbread that is loved for its buttery taste and layers. Instead of roti or rice, you can make this parotta to pair with your meals.

Ingredients

3 cups maida 2 tablespoons rava 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons ghee Water for kneading Oil for cooking

Step 1

Knead a dough by mixing maida, rava, sugar, salt, and ghee. Gradually add water till smooth.

Step 2

Take small portions and flatten them. Spread some oil and roll into thin circles.

Step 3

Fold the dough into halves to make a square. Roll again into a rectangle.

Step 4

Heat a tawa and cook the rolled parotta till both sides are golden brown.

Step 5

Once it has a flaky texture, serve it hot to complete your lunch or dinner.