Homemade Lachha Paratha (Crispy Layered Flatbread)
Learn how to make Homemade Lachha Paratha with perfectly flaky, buttery layers and a crispy golden exterior. This easy layered flatbread recipe is ideal for serving with curries, grilled meats, eggs, or tea.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 glasses lukewarm water
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 –6 cups all-purpose flour
For Layering
- 150 g butter softened
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until slightly foamy.
- Add salt and gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
- Roll each portion into a thin sheet.
- Spread softened butter evenly over the surface.
- Fold both sides toward the center and roll into a long log.
- Cut each log into 6 pieces (or 7–8 pieces for smaller parathas).
- Refrigerate the dough pieces for 20 minutes.
- Roll each piece into a round flatbread.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Cook each paratha until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust flour quantity depending on humidity and flour type.
- Chilling the dough helps create flaky layers.
- Brush with additional butter after cooking for extra richness.
- Serve with curries, yogurt, tea, or grilled dishes.
Nutrition
Per Serving (Approximate)- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g