Lauki Paratha

Lauki / Surakai / Bottlegourd is rich in fiber and helps in weight loss

Ingredients

• Grated Lauki - 1 1/2 cups
• Wheat Flour - 2 cups
• Ajwain / Omam - 1 teaspoon
• Garam Masala - 1 teaspoon or more
• Jeera Powder - 1 teaspoon
• Green chilly - 1/2 teaspoon (finely chopped)
• Turmeric - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - as needed

Note: Do not discard water from grated Lauki

Method

• In a broad basin put everything together
• Slowly mix the contents
• Knead well.The water in the Lauki is more than enough to knead the dough
• Make small balls
• Flatten each ball slowly.It should be thin
• Heat a Tawa and cook paratha well on both the sides

• Spread butter over the paratha before serving (optional)
• Serve with any desired side dish / pickle / curd