Soft Soft Layered Paratha or Roti

How to Make Soft Layered Paratha

This soft soft layered paratha or roti is warm, comforting, and so easy to make with just a few basic ingredients and the right technique, you get layers of light, airy bread that melt in your mouth which is Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner — enjoy it with any curry or just a dollop of butter!

This paratha is my all-time favorite! Whether I am serving it to family and friends at a small gathering or just craving something delicious with curry—especially chicken or mutton—it always hits the spot. The best part is how easy it is to make and store. I often freeze a batch and it stays good for 2–3 weeks or even up to a month. It’s perfect for busy days or sudden guests. Sometimes I even enjoy it on its own with a hot cup of ginger tea—it feels so comforting, satisfying and full of flavor. Soft, fluffy and versatile this paratha has become a must have in my kitchen. Once you try it you’ll keep coming back to it too!

Let’s make it…

Soft Soft Layered Paratha or Roti

Recipe by Arti Rout

4.6 from 10 votes

Difficulty: Medium

Servings

3

servings

Prep time

50

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

1

hour 

5

minutes

This soft soft layered paratha or roti is warm, comforting, and so easy to make with just a few basic ingredients and the right technique, you get layers of light, airy bread that melt in your mouth.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup 1 All Purpose Flour

• As needed As needed Water

• 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 Salt

• 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 Sugar

• 1/4 cup 1/4 Oil for cooking and to make Dough

Directions

• In a large bowl add flour, sugar and salt and mix well. 
• Now add water little by little to make a perfect dough.
• Before finishing the dough add one teaspoon of oil and knead again until smooth.
• Divide the dough into small equal size pieces and shape them into balls.
• Dust dry flour on the mat and start rolling the dough, stretch it slightly longer and thin.
• Brush little oil on paratha then fold it like a cinnamon roll.
• Place all the folded dough in a bowl. Brush 1-2 teaspoons of oil on top, cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• On a lightly floured surface roll each ball into a thin, round shape with a rolling pin.
• Heat a flat pan (tawa) and place the rolled roti/paratha on it. Cook one side until bubbles form then flip it.
• Now add oil to the pan and place the paratha on it. Cook one side, then flip and cook the other side with oil.
• For a visual reference you can watch our video linked below.
• Enjoy😋

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