The History of Paratha Breakfast
It is believed that there is at least one tortilla frequently consumed in every country. Many are very popular around the world, such as the Greek pita, Italian focaccia, and tortillas in many Latin American countries. In India, there are many tortillas with unique textures and flavors. In this article, we look at paratha, its history, preparation, and popularity in the subcontinent and beyond. Paratha is also spelled Parantha, Parontai, and Prontha, with regional differences, but all refer to the same patty. The word paratha is a combination of the Urdu word parat, meaning layer, and the Hindi word atta, meaning flour or dough. Paratha is made from atta flour (wheat flour) and when making paratha without filling, the dough is constantly coated with ghee (clarified butter), similar to the way cream puffs are made. Once the layers are formed, the dough is rolled into a regular circle (other geometric shapes are rare), baked in a disc-shaped pan (tawa), and then fried in oil. Finally