5 Non-Vegetarian Fillings For Khapli Wheat Paratha That Fulfil Your Daily Protein Requirement

On average, a sedentary adult needs 0.8g of protein per kilogram of body weight. It means if your weight is around 70 kg, you need at least 56g of daily protein. Of course, factors such as level of activity, gender, height, age, dietary restrictions, and more also influence the required protein intake. But this is a good point to start. Read ahead to understand how khapli wheat contributes to protein requirements. 

A premium quality khapli atta like Aashirvaad Chakki Khapli Atta can help you meet some of your daily protein requirements, depending on how you consume it. Khapli wheat rotis provide ~ 23% RDA of protein in 3 chapatis. You can also make parathas with it and add protein-rich non-veg fillings to boost your protein intake. Stuffed parathas are good for breakfast, brunch, or even as office lunches. And may score just a tad bit higher on the taste and comfort scales than your regular protein shake! Dive in for non-veg stuffings you can try with khapli wheat parathas.

Chicken keema is a dish made by cooking minced chicken with onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, and spices. A single chicken keema paratha made with khapli wheat provides approximately 20–24g of protein. When making the keema, make sure the moisture completely evaporates, and the meat is fully cooked. Let it cool completely before using it for stuffing. The tender, juicy feeling contrasts beautifully with the crisp, flaky paratha, making it a delicious, protein-rich treat. For a creamier version, add cheese to the mix. 

Anda bhurji refers to Indian-style spiced scrambled eggs. This is one of the quickest stuffings to put together. The eggs are scrambled with onions, tomatoes, chillies and spices. Much like keema, let the bhurji cool completely before using it for a stuffing or your parathas will get soggy. An anda bhurji paratha made from two eggs will provide

13–16g of paratha per piece.

This brings together two individual protein sources into one scrumptious stuffed flatbread. It’s actually popular as a street food, serving as a quick fix yet filling meal. You can use any minced meat (chicken or mutton) as a filling. Before adding the egg, add a generous scoop of the keema onto your dough. Then crack a raw egg on top, fold it like an envelope, and seal the edges. Cook this over medium-low heat until golden brown and crispy. This gives between 30 and 32 g of protein per paratha. 

Don’t be surprised by the star ingredient, tuna, because it fits surprisingly well in a stuffed paratha. It’s already popular as a stuffing for stuffed breads and sandwiches globally; in parathas, it behaves almost like shredded chicken. For the stuffing, use canned tuna (in water), mixed with onions, green chillies, coriander, black pepper, and a squeeze of lime. A single portion can provide around 22-28 g of protein. 

A practical filling for quick weekday meals, this combines crumbled chicken sausages sautéed with onions, peppers, and eggs (optional). The sausages add a savoury, smoky flavour while the vegetables bring freshness and texture. If you're using eggs, scramble them into the mixture, then let everything cool completely before stuffing the paratha. Depending on the quantity of sausage and egg used, a single chicken sausage bhurji paratha can provide approximately 18–22g of protein.

To maximize nutrition from a paratha meal, one of the first things to do is change the dough to a protein-rich alternative, which is where khapli comes into the picture. Additionally, cook with minimal ghee and pair the parathas with Greek yoghurt and a protein-rich beverage. You can also pair it with a bowl of Moong, Masoor, or Chana Dal to round out the meal and complete the amino acid profile.

Parathas look delicious, are a staple across Indian households, and are incredibly customisable. Why can’t they work as a protein source then? Parathas are not just carb-rich comfort food; they can be an excellent source of protein, as the list above proves. All you need to do is adjust your fillings, upgrade your dough, cook more consciously, and make complementary pairings.