Methi Paratha | Methi Paratha with Fresh Fenugreek Leaves

5 from 3 votes

Methi paratha - a delicious Indian flatbread made with whole wheat flour with the goodness of fresh fenugreek leaves.

Prep Time30

Cook Time20

Total Time50

Course: Entree

Cuisine: North Indian

Keyword: methi paratha

Servings: yields 6 parathas

Calories: 135kcal

Author: Srividhya G

In a mixing bowl, add the wheat flour, roughly chopped fenugreek leaves, garam masala, yellow chili powder, salt, and 1 tsp oil.
Add water as required and knead into a smooth dough. Add water as required. Do not add all the water at once.
After kneading, let the dough sit for 15 minutes. Make sure you cover the dough.
Divide the prepared dough into equal parts and roll them into smooth balls. I divided my dough into six balls.

On a dusted surface, take one ball and using the rolling pin, evenly roll the paratha into a 6 to 7-inch circle. The paratha dimensions are to provide a rough idea. Depending upon the dough size and your preference, roll them. Also, you can roll into triangles or squares as well. Roll it gently and apply equal pressure when rolling. Shake off the excess flour.
Similarly, make all the parathas and keep them ready.

Heat an iron tawa and make sure it is hot. Make sure the heat is at medium to medium-high. Tawa should always be hot.
Place the rolled paratha on the hot tawa. Let it cook for 30 seconds or so, spread ½ to ¾ tsp of oil around the edges, and cook for 30 seconds.
Now flip the parathas and spread some oil (¼ tsp) on top of the paratha. Gently press the paratha with the spatula and cook until you see the brown spots like below.
Place the prepared paratha separately. And cook the remaining parathas similarly.

Instead of yellow chili powder, you can use red chili powder and adjust the salt and spices according to your preference.
If you are soaking the methi leaves, make sure you drain them and pat them dry before adding it to the dough.
If you are not particular about the vegan version, use ghee while cooking the paratha for added flavor. Also, spread some butter on the cooked paratha.