4 protein-rich roti/paratha to enjoy at home

From nutritionists to fitness experts, everyone is talking about increasing the protein content in every meal. For the unversed, it is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in overall functioning of the body. It is made up of amino acids, which works as a building block of life, and helps build and repair tissues, including muscles, skin, hair, and internal organs. It also plays a key role in muscle growth, immune support, enzyme and hormone production, and maintaining a healthy metabolism. This piece of information talks about 4 protein-rich roti/paratha that can be easily made at home.

Protein: 5.05 gm
To make this roti, knead a dough with 100 gms whole wheat flour, 100 gms pumpkin puree, 100 gms grated paneer, 1/2 tsp chilli powder, a pinch of turmeric, salt and ghee. Let it rest for 10 minutes. Roll out rotis and cook on a tawa on low-medium flame. Enjoy with dal or curry of your choice.

Protein: 16.7 gm
Knead a soft dough with 1/4 cup whole wheat flour, water and a pinch of salt. Mash 1/2 cup boiled chickpeas and add 25 gm paneer to it. Also add chopped 1/2 onion, 1 tbsp coriander leaves, 1 tsp mint leaves, 1 green chilli, and salt to taste. Mix well to make a stuffing. Roll out small balls of the dough and add 1 tbsp of the stuffing and roll out parathas. Cook on a pre-heated taawa using little oil or ghee. Serve hot with curd and pickle.

Protein: 4-6 gm
Wash and chop 100 gms fenugreek leaves. Add it to a mixing bowl along with 1 cup (130 gms) whole wheat flour, 100 gms paneer, 20 gms onion, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1/2 tsp chilli paste, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, and salt. Knead well to make a soft dough. Roll out parathas and cook on a pre-heated tawa using ghee. Serve hot with raita and pickle.

Protein: 13-14 gms
To make this protein-rich roti, boil 80 gms sprout and blend it into a puree. Mix it with 25 gms besan, 25 gms oats and add 20 gms onion, 1 green chilli, 4 tbsp beetroot puree, 2 tsp coriander leaves, salt and pepper to taste. Use the natural moisture to knead a soft dough. Roll out rotis and cook on a preheated tawa. Serve hot with curry of your choice.

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