Laccha Paratha

 Laccha Paratha is a popular and delicious Indian flatbread that is flaky, crispy, and soft. It's made using a layered dough that’s cooked on a griddle. Here's a list of ingredients and recipes you can pair with Laccha Paratha for a full meal:

Laccha Paratha Recipe:

Ingredients:

1. For the Dough:

   • 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
   • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (optional, for extra flakiness)
   • 1 tsp salt
   • 1 tbsp oil or ghee (clarified butter)
   • Water (as needed, to knead the dough)
   • 1/2 tsp sugar (optional, for softness)
   • 1 tbsp yogurt (optional, for softness)

2. For Layering:

   • Ghee or butter (for brushing between layers)
   • Additional flour (for rolling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, salt, and sugar. Add oil or ghee and mix it in.
   • Gradually add water and knead to form a soft dough. Optionally, add yogurt for softness.
   • Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

2. Shape the Parathas:

   • Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a lemon).
   • Roll each ball into a flat disc. Brush with ghee or butter, then fold it like a pleated fan (into layers).
   • Roll the pleated dough ball into a circular shape again, and then roll it out into a flat disc about 6–8 inches in diameter.

3. Cook the Parathas:

   • Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, place the rolled-out paratha on it.
   • When bubbles start forming, flip the paratha and cook the other side.
   • Brush some ghee or butter on both sides and cook until golden brown and crispy.
   • Repeat with the remaining dough balls.

Recipe Pairings with Laccha Paratha:

1. Paneer Butter Masala: A rich and creamy dish made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese), tomatoes, cream, and aromatic spices, it’s a classic pairing with laccha paratha.

2. Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower Curry): A flavorful vegetarian curry made with potatoes, cauliflower, and spices, perfect with flaky laccha paratha.

3. Mutton Korma: A mild and rich mutton curry made with yogurt, cream, and aromatic spices, which goes excellently with laccha paratha.

4. Dal Tadka: A comforting dal (lentil soup) cooked with ghee, cumin, garlic, and spices. It’s simple but flavorful and makes a great combo with paratha.

5. Chicken Curry: A spicy and tangy chicken curry made with tomatoes, onions, and traditional spices complements the layers of laccha paratha.

6. Chana Masala: A hearty chickpea curry that is tangy and full of flavor, it pairs perfectly with the soft layers of laccha paratha.

7. Raita: A cooling yogurt-based side dish with cucumber, mint, or spices. It balances the heat from curries and is a great addition to your paratha meal.

8. Methi Thepla: A Gujarati-style flatbread with fenugreek leaves, spices, and a bit of sweetness. It can be a side to your laccha paratha for variety.

9. Butter Chicken: A creamy and rich chicken dish cooked in a flavorful tomato gravy, it's a perfect accompaniment to the flaky layers of laccha paratha.

10. Kadhi Pakora: A yogurt-based curry with gram flour fritters (pakoras), it’s a delicious dish to enjoy with laccha paratha.

These are just a few examples, but laccha paratha is versatile and can be paired with almost any curry, raita, or even pickles. Enjoy experimenting!