Paratha recipe

1. Mix the flours and 1 tsp salt in a medium mixing bowl and make a well in the centre. Slowly pour in 300-320ml water, a little at a time, until the mixture comes together in a dough. If it feels a bit dry, add a little more water. Tip out onto a work surface and knead for 5-6 mins until smooth and elastic. Apply 1 tbsp oil to the outside of the dough, return to the mixing bowl, then cover with a tea towel and leave to rest for 20 mins.
2. Divide the dough into 12 equal balls. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to 3mm thick and 6-7cm in diameter.
3. Heat a heavy-based frying pan over a medium heat. When hot, dry-fry a paratha for 30 secs, then flip over and cook for 1 min or until small blisters form on the surface. Brush with ½ tsp oil, then flip again and cook for another 1 min. Brush with another ½ tsp oil, then flip again and cook for a final 1 min. Transfer to a plate, cover with foil to keep warm and repeat with the remaining parathas.

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