Tomato Paratha is a flavorful, tangy Indian flatbread made with whole wheat flour, fresh tomatoes, and spices. It’s a perfect breakfast or lunchbox recipe that pairs well with yogurt, pickle, or chutney. If you want to Tomato paratha recipe in hindi to visit our website hubrecipes.

Ingredients (Makes 6-8 Parathas)

For the Dough

• 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)

• ½ cup tomato puree (freshly blended or grated tomatoes)

• 1 tbsp yogurt (optional, for softness)

• 1 tbsp oil or ghee (for a soft texture)

• ¼ tsp turmeric powder (for color & health benefits)

• ½ tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp cumin powder (for a smoky flavor)

• ½ tsp coriander powder

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ¼ tsp ajwain (carom seeds, aids digestion, optional)

• ¼ cup finely chopped coriander leaves (for freshness)

• Water as needed (if required for kneading)

For Cooking

• Ghee or oil (for roasting the parathas)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and ajwain.

2. Add tomato puree, yogurt, oil, and chopped coriander leaves.

3. Knead into a soft, smooth dough. (If needed, add a little water while kneading.)

4. Cover and let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.

Step 2: Roll the Parathas

1. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.

2. Roll out each ball into a thin paratha (like a chapati).

3. Dust with flour as needed to prevent sticking.

Step 3: Cook the Parathas

1. Heat a tava (griddle/pan) on medium flame.

2. Place the rolled paratha on the hot tava and cook for 30-40 seconds.

3. Flip, apply ghee or oil, and cook until golden brown spots appear.

4. Flip again, apply ghee on the other side, and press gently with a spatula.

5. Cook until crispy and golden brown.

Step 4: Serve & Enjoy

✔ Serve hot with yogurt, pickle, green chutney, or butter.
✔ Pair with a cup of masala chai for a complete meal.

Storage & Serving

✔ Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for 8-10 hours.
✔ Reheat on a tava before serving for freshness.

Tips for Perfect Tomato Parathas

✔ For extra softness, add ½ tsp ghee while kneading the dough.
✔ For a spicier version, add 1 finely chopped green chili to the dough.
✔ For a gluten-free option, use besan (gram flour) & millet flour instead of wheat flour.