Ainy Cooks

IMG_0711MAINIn Filipino culture, the mother is known as the “ilaw ng tahanan” or light of the home, signifying her role in nurturing her family and creating warm memories for everyone.
I can’t forget the taste of Basen parathas which my mother was making…Those who are on diet can add these yummy parathas in their diet plan.

INGREDIENTS:

Wheat flour1 cup
Gram flour1/2 cup
Onion small ,thinly sliced1
Green chillies,chopped2 small
Fresh coriander leaves2 tbsp
Saltto taste
Red chili powder1 tbsp
Whole coriander seeds,crushed1 tsp
Cumin seeds,crushed1/2 tsp
Anar dana/pomegranate seeds1/4 tsp(optional)
Oil/gheefor frying and 2 tbsp for adding in the flour.

METHOD:

  • Mix all ingredients in flours and knead with water.
  • Set a side for 1/2 hour and make parathas.
  • Make impressions with fork or knife, if you like.
  • Serve hot with green chateney.

GREEN CHATNEY /SAUCE:

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INGREDIENTS:

Fresh coriander1 cup
Mint leaves1/2 cup
Imli pulp/ tamarind 2 tbsp
Saltto taste
Ginger1/2 tsp
Cumin seeds1/4 tsp

METHOD:

  • Blend all ingredients and serve.

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