Oats & carrot paratha (Oats & Carrot Flat Bread)

Paratha is an Indian breakfast preparation.  Paratha dough is prepared with whole wheat flour and choice of vegetables and rolled into a flat bread. It is then fried on a pan with some butter or oil. Stuffed paratha is also prepared with stuffing made with choice of vegetables. Preparing tasty and healthy oats & carrot paratha is very easy. Colorful and Ideal for  packing for children lunch box. Packed with perfect balance of fiber, carbohydrates and antioxidants. Carrot & oats paratha can be served along with yogurt,curry or simply with any pickle or dip. You can also try my mixed vegetable stuffed paratha , Mooli paratha and Methi paratha.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Makes: 10 to 12 paratha

Ingredients:

1. Carrot: 2 to 3 medium sized (peeled and grated)
2. Oats: 1 cup
3. Whole wheat flour: 1 cup
4. Cumin seeds: 1 teaspoon
5. Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon
6. Salt: ½ teaspoon (according to taste)
7. Chilli flakes: ½ teaspoon (optional)
8. Turmeric: ¼ teaspoon
9. Onion: 1 medium sized finely chopped
10. Green chilli: 2 to 3 finely chopped
11. Coriander leaves: 1/2  small bunch finely chopped

Procedure:

1. Peel and grate carrot and keep ready.
2. Boil 1 cup of water in a deep pan. Add cumin seeds, sesame seeds, turmeric and salt.
3. Add grated carrot and cook for about 4 to 5  minutes(no need to over cook).Switch off the flame.
4. Add oats and mix in hot carrot mix and mix properly.Keep aside for 5 to 7 minutes for oats to absorb hot water.
5. Add whole wheat flour, finely chopped onion, finely chopped coriander leaves and green chillies. Prepare soft dough. No need to add any water(If required add 1 or 2 tablespoons of water).
6. Prepare lemon sized 10 to 12 balls.
7. Dust a little dry flour and roll  into about 5 to 6 inch diameter disk/ paratha.
8. Fry paratha on a pan sprinkling 1 teaspoon oil or butter till golden brown.
9. Flip paratha and fry on other side also with some butter or oil.
10. Serve healthy carrot & oats paratha with any curry or with chutney / pickle.

Note:

1. Dough  can be  prepared  and stored  in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days in a air tight container. Takeout  required amount of dough  5 minutes before preparing paratha.
2. Similarly you can also add grated beetroot or pumpkin.
3. Finely chopped ginger and garlic can also be added for additional flavor and taste.