Recipe for Mushroom Paratha 2023

Recipe for Mushroom Paratha - A flatbread stuffed with spiced mushrooms.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed
• Oil or ghee, for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough is formed. Cover the dough and set aside for 10-15 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds.
3. Add chopped onions and green chili, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
4. Add chopped mushrooms and sauté until they are cooked through
5. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
6. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls. Flatten each ball into a disc and place a spoonful of the mushroom filling in the center.
7. Bring the edges of the dough together to cover the filling and seal it. Roll out the stuffed dough into a circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Place the rolled-out paratha on the griddle and cook for a minute or two on each side, until golden brown.
9. Brush the paratha with oil or ghee and cook for another minute or two on each side, until crispy and golden brown.
10. Serve hot with raita, chutney, or pickle.

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Mushroom Paratha Nutrition information

Based on the above ingredients, here is Nutrition information per serving (assuming recipe serves 4):

• Calories: 344 kcal
• Total fat: 6 g
• Saturated fat: 1 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 146 mg
• Total carbohydrate: 62 g
• Dietary fiber: 10 g
• Total sugars: 2 g
• Protein: 14 g

Benefits of  Mushroom paratha

Good source of protein

• Mushrooms are a good source of plant-based protein, making mushroom paratha a great vegetarian or vegan option.
• Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, as well as maintaining healthy muscles, skin, and bones.

May help reduce inflammation

• Mushrooms contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help reduce inflammation in the body.
• Inflammation is linked to several chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

May aid in weight loss

• Mushrooms are low in calories and high in fiber, which can help keep you feeling full for longer periods.
• This may help with weight loss by reducing overall calorie intake.

Support immune function

• Mushrooms contain beta-glucans, a type of fiber that has been shown to support immune function.
• Including mushroom paratha in your diet may help improve your overall immune health.

Improve gut health

• Mushrooms are a prebiotic food, meaning they contain fiber that feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut.
• Eating mushroom paratha may help promote the growth of these beneficial bacteria, improving your gut health.