Try This Crispy & Flaky Lauki Paratha for Breakfast – A Delicious and Healthy Surprise!

If you're bored of regular stuffed parathas like potato, paneer, onion, or cauliflower, it's time to give your taste buds something new and healthier — Lauki Paratha (Bottle Gourd Flatbread). Don’t let the word "lauki" (bottle gourd) put you off — this crispy, flaky, and flavorful paratha is a game-changer even for those who dislike this humble vegetable. It’s not just tasty but also super healthy, making it perfect for kids and adults alike. Here’s a quick and easy recipe you can try for breakfast today!

🥘 Ingredients for Lauki Paratha:

• Whole wheat flour – 2 cups

• Bottle gourd (lauki) – 1 medium, grated

• Green chilli – 1 finely chopped

• Cumin seeds – ½ tsp

• Turmeric powder – a pinch

• Garam masala – ¼ tsp

• Fresh coriander – 1 tbsp chopped

• Ghee or oil – for frying

• Salt – as per taste

👩🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe for Lauki Ka Paratha: 1. Prepare the Dough

• Take 2 cups of whole wheat flour in a large bowl.

• Add a pinch of salt and mix well.

• Add water slowly and knead into a soft dough. Add a few drops of oil and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

2. Make the Stuffing

• Wash and grate the lauki (bottle gourd).

• In a pan, heat 1 tsp ghee and add cumin seeds.

• Add green chilli and sauté briefly.

• Add grated lauki, a pinch of turmeric, and salt.

• Cover and cook on low flame until the moisture evaporates and lauki becomes soft.

• Add garam masala and chopped coriander, mix well and let the mixture cool.

3. Stuff and Roll the Paratha

• Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a ball.

• Flatten it and place 1–2 tsp of the lauki stuffing in the center.

• Carefully bring the edges together to seal the stuffing.

• Gently roll the stuffed dough into a round paratha using light pressure.

Pro Tip: If the stuffing starts coming out or you're a beginner, roll out two thin chapatis, place stuffing between them, seal the edges well, and roll again slightly to shape it.

4. Cook the Paratha

• Heat a tawa or skillet on medium flame.

• Place the rolled paratha and roast both sides until golden brown, applying ghee or oil as needed.

• Flip and press gently to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.

🥄 Serving Suggestion

Serve the crispy lauki paratha hot with green chutney, curd, or tomato sauce. You’ll be amazed at how tasty and nutritious it is. It’s an ideal breakfast option and also works great in lunchboxes for kids.

🥦 Why Choose Lauki Paratha?

• Low in calories but high in fiber

• Great for digestion

• Perfect way to sneak veggies into kids' meals

• Diabetic-friendly and supports weight loss

• Keeps you full and energized

📌 Final Thoughts:

Don’t judge lauki by its reputation — when turned into this flaky, golden-brown paratha, even the pickiest eaters will fall in love with it. It’s healthy, delicious, and incredibly easy to make. Add it to your breakfast rotation and watch everyone ask for seconds!