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A traditional Bihari flatbread stuffed with a savory and tangy filling of roasted chickpea flour (sattu), spices, and pickle masala. This wholesome paratha is perfect for a hearty breakfast or lunch.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Dough
Prepare the Sattu Filling
Stuff and Roll the Parathas
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A traditional Bihari stuffed flatbread filled with a savory mixture of roasted gram flour (sattu), spices, and tangy pickle masala. This wholesome and flavorful bread is perfect for a hearty breakfast or lunch.
A traditional Bihari flatbread stuffed with a savory and tangy filling of roasted chickpea flour (sattu), spices, and pickle masala. This wholesome paratha is perfect for a hearty breakfast or lunch.
This bihari recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 845.6 calories per serving with 23.97g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch.
Cook the Makuni Parathas
Serve
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder or more finely chopped green chilies to the sattu mixture for extra heat.
For a no-onion, no-garlic version, simply omit them and add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the filling for a different flavor profile.
Incorporate finely grated radish (mooli) into the filling. Make sure to squeeze out all the excess water from the radish before adding it to the sattu.
Sattu is an excellent source of plant-based protein, which is crucial for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function, making this paratha a very satiating meal.
The combination of whole wheat flour and sattu provides a significant amount of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes gut health, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Sattu is renowned for its cooling properties, making it a great food to consume during hot weather. It helps to hydrate the body and protect it from the adverse effects of heat.
This paratha is a powerhouse of complex carbohydrates and protein, providing a slow and sustained release of energy, which keeps you full and energetic for longer.
Sattu is a flour made from roasted grams (chana), a staple in Bihari cuisine. It's known for its nutty flavor, high protein content, and cooling properties.
Yes, it can be a very healthy meal. It's made with whole wheat flour and protein-rich sattu, providing ample fiber and essential nutrients. To make it even healthier, you can cook it with minimal ghee or oil.
One Makuni Paratha contains approximately 330-350 calories, primarily depending on the amount of ghee used for cooking. A serving of two parathas would be around 660-700 calories.
This usually happens if the dough is too stiff or the filling is either too dry or too wet. Ensure your dough is soft and well-rested, and the filling is just moist enough to bind together without being sticky.
Yes, you can cook the parathas and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat on a hot tawa with a little ghee before serving.
Makuni Paratha is traditionally served with Baingan ka Bharta (mashed eggplant), Aloo Chokha (mashed potato dish), or simply with plain yogurt and a side of pickle.