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# Plain Paratha Recipe

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## Step-by-step

<Steps>
  <Step>
    firstly, in a large bowl take 2½ cup wheat flour and ½ tsp salt. mix well.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    add water as required and start to knead the dough.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    knead to a smooth and soft dough by punching well.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    cover and rest for 20 minutes.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    please refer to the video, i have shared 6 ways of folding paratha by applying ghee in the center.

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  </Step>
</Steps>

## Video

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## Notes

* firstly, knead the dough to a smooth consistency, or else the roti will be hard.

* also, spreading the ghee in the center gives a nice flavor to paratha.

* additionally, cover the paratha in cloth to prevent it from turning hard.

* finally, **plain paratha recipe** tastes great for lunch box or when it is served warm.

<Note>
  Original recipe by Hebbar's Kitchen: [https://hebbarskitchen.com/plain-paratha-recipe-6-types-of-folding/](https://hebbarskitchen.com/plain-paratha-recipe-6-types-of-folding/)
</Note>