Near the eve of Ramadan, it’s not so much a challenge to choose the iftar menu as it is to wake up mid-sleep and decide what to have for sehri. To kickstart your day, we suggest a stuffed paratha full of yummy goodness. Not only is it easy to cook, but is also the perfect way to give you the energy boost you need while fasting. Make this stuffed paratha as compiled from zaiqa.com and let it satiate your and your family’s hunger during the holy month.
Ingredients:
• Whole wheat (one cup) with water (according to requirement)
• Egg (one)
• Oil (one tbsp)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper and/or red chilli powder (optional)
• Chopped onion
• Coriander (optional)
Method:
Step one: Mix flour, salt and water and knead the mixture. Keep it aside to set.
Step two: In a bowl, add egg, salt, pepper, fine chopped onion, coriander and chilli powder. Beat it well.
Step three: Using the kneaded flour, make two balls and use a rolling pin to make two round, flat rotis.
Step four: On a pre-heated pan, add oil and then carefully place one roti on it.
Step five: After letting it cook for a few minutes, pour the egg mixture in the middle and let it spread.
Step six: Immediately place the other roti on top and press it down on the egg mixture, so it sticks.
Step seven: Put the flame on low heat and turn the paratha upside down while adding a little more oil, so the egg inside is cooked well.
Step eight: Serve the paratha crisp and hot when it is golden brown from both sides.
Published in The Express Tribune, June 25th, 2014.
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