Mediterranean Diet Malabar Paratha
Elevate your flatbread game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Malabar Paratha, a fusion of traditional Indian Malabar parathas and Mediterranean flavors. Crafted with wholesome whole wheat flour and infused with extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, and a hint of black pepper, this recipe combines healthful ingredients with irresistible taste. Each flaky, layered paratha is handmade using a unique rolling and coiling technique that creates its signature texture, then perfectly pan-fried for a golden finish. Ready in under an hour, this dish is not just healthy but bursting with zesty and aromatic notes, making it an ideal accompaniment for hummus, tzatziki, or a crisp Mediterranean salad. Perfect for fans of fusion cuisine, this recipe embodies the essence of the Mediterranean diet while honoring the artistry of Indian culinary traditions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 3/4 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt. Mix well.
Slowly add the warm water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil into the flour mixture, mixing with your hand until it forms a dough.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the kneaded dough back into the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together fresh parsley, lemon zest, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and roll each part into a ball.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball into a circle of about 6 inches in diameter.
Brush a little olive oil mixture over the top of each rolled-out dough, sprinkle a portion of the parsley-lemon mixture evenly over one.
Roll the dough into a log (like a cigar) and then coil the log into a tight spiral.
Flatten the spiral gently with a rolling pin to form a disc about 6 inches in diameter again.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil.
Place one paratha in the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown spots appear.
Repeat the cooking process with the remaining parathas.
Serve warm with a Mediterranean salad or hummus as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2381 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.0 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.2 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1080 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
