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Kalonji Paratha

Kalonji Paratha

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Butternut Squash Kalonji Paratha

Golden Butternut Squash
Kalonji Paratha
With Deep Flavour

50 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
10
Ingredients
Veg
Diet
Butternut Squash Kalonji Paratha is a thoughtful blend of seasonal produce and traditional Indian flatbread technique. While squash is not native to Indian kitchens, its natural sweetness and moisture make it a practical substitute for regional gourds used in atta-based parathas. Kalonji adds a sharp, onion-like depth that balances the squash without overpowering it. This recipe is especially suited for autumn and winter months when squashes are at their best and warming meals are preferred. Using Aashirvaad 100% MP Sharbati Atta ensures the dough remains elastic and forgiving, even with vegetable moisture folded in. The result is a paratha that cooks evenly, stays soft longer, and delivers subtle flavour in every bite—ideal for everyday meals without excess spice or stuffing.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
For the Dough:
2 cupsAashirvaad 100% MP Sharbati Atta
¾ cupButternut squash, peeled and grated
1½ teaspoonsKalonji (nigella seeds)
¾ teaspoonSalt
½ teaspoonRed chilli powder
¼ teaspoonTurmeric powder
½ teaspoonCumin powder
1½ teaspoonsOil
as requiredWater (small quantities)
For Cooking:
as neededGhee or oil