Bajra onion paratha/ Pearl millet onion paratha/ Millet onion paratha

 Bajra onion paratha/ Pearl millet onion paratha/ Millet onion paratha 

There are several foods which are known to be immunity enhancers. But, according to scientists and doctors millets are also known to be a promising immunity boosters. Due to it's nutritional properties consumption of millets in reasonable quantity helps people to improve their immune function and to fight with the on going infection. 

Bajra onion paratha is scrumptious, gluten free and nutritious paratha. Addition of spices, coriander leaves and onions gives it a nice crunch and makes it a healthy and tasty treat. Bajra onion paratha is loaded with a good amount of proteins, fibre and nutrients. It is a healthy and best way to enjoy the wholesome immunity enhancer treat because there is no dish which can replace the joy of comfort meal. The best way to enjoy it's crispiness and crunchiness is to consume this paratha when it is pipping hot. 

Quick tips - 

1. Add spices to taste.

2. Instead of olive oil.... Any cooking oil can be used.

3. Use warm water for kneading the dough. (I have used 4-5 tbsp warm water).  

Ingredients - 

1 cup bajra flour/ pearl millet flour

1 onion finely chopped

2 tsp olive oil

1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)

To taste salt

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

1/4 tsp red chilli powder

1/2 cup coriander leaves chopped

As needed warm water 

Method -

1. In a bowl mix bajra flour, onion, coriander leaves, oil, salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder and carom seeds. Mix well. 

2. Add water (2 tbsp at a time) and mix well. 

3. Knead it to a soft dough.

4. Cover and keep aside for 5 minutes.

5. Place a foil paper on the kitchen top. Grease it with few drops of oil. Take a small ball from the dough, place it on the greased foil.

6. Dip your fingers in water and spread it like paratha. 

7. Heat tawa on medium slow flame.  Slow the flame and grease the tawa. 

8. Take foil on your hands and put roti side down on hot tawa, take off the foil. 

9. Drizzle oil on sides and over the paratha and cook on slow flame till bottom side is light brown. 

10. Cover and cook on slow flame for 2-3 minutes or till the top dries up.

11. Remove the lid.

12. Flip the side drizzle a tbsp of oil on sides and cook on medium high flame. 

13. Cook till both sides are golden and crisp. 

14. Perfectly crispy cooked bajra onion paratha is ready. 

15. Transfer to a serving plate. 

16. Serve with curd, pickle and salad. 

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