Tawa Paratha Recipe - Plain Paratha

Step 1: To begin making the Tawa Paratha, in a large bowl combine the flour, salt, a tablespoon of oil and knead adding little water at a time to make firm and smooth dough

Step 2: Add one tablespoon of oil to coat the dough and knead again

Step 3: Cover and set aside for 15 minutes

Step 4: Knead once again and divide the dough into 8 portions

Step 5: Preheat the iron skillet on medium heat

Step 6: Roll the dough portions into balls and flatten them with the palm of your hand

Step 7: Toss them in flour and roll them out into circles of approximately 3 inches in diameter

Step 8: Put 1/4 teaspoon oil and spread it on the rolled dough

Step 9: We need to get a triangle shape, to do so, first fold into a semi-circle, then fold the semi-circle into half again

Step 10: You get a mini triangle shape

Step 11: Tossing the triangle in a little flour, roll it out gently into a larger triangle

Step 12: Continue the same process of rolling with the remaining dough portions

Step 13: With skillet on medium high heat, place one rolled out paratha on the skillet

Step 14: After a few seconds you will notice an air pockets popping out

Step 15: At this point flip the plain paratha and smear about 1/2 a teaspoon of ghee

Step 16: Using a flat spatula do a light pressing and turning motion to cook  the paratha

Step 17: Flip to the other side and press and turn the paratha in a similar way

Step 18: You will notice brown spots around the parathas and it will be slightly crisp

Step 19: Remove from heat and place on a platter or serve hot

Step 20: Continue the similar process with the remaining rolled portions and stack the cooked paratha one above the other

Step 21: Serve the Plain or Tawa Paratha for dinner along with Batata Nu Shaak or Baingan Bharta and Palak Dal for a weekday meal