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Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve

Name: Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brunch
Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon oil; 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed); 1/2 cup gulkand (rose petal preserve); 1/4 cup grated coconut; 1 tablespoon chopped almonds; 1 tablespoon chopped cashews; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder; Oil or ghee for frying

This delightful Indian paratha is sweet and aromatic, filled with gulkand, a traditional rose petal preserve, perfect for an indulgent brunch.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 15, 2025

Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve — Brunch served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Gulkand Filling

For Cooking the Paratha

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 408 kcal
Protein: 8.5 g
Carbs: 58.75 g
Fat: 17.25 g
Fiber: 8.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1631 kcal
Protein: 34 g
Carbs: 235 g
Fat: 69 g
Fiber: 34 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 cups whole wheat flour	909	30	194	5	28
1/4 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 tablespoon oil	120	0	0	14	0
3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup gulkand (rose petal preserve)	120	0	30	0	0
1/4 cup grated coconut	138	1	5	14	4
1 tablespoon chopped almonds	52	2	2	5	1
1 tablespoon chopped cashews	49	1	3	4	0
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder	3	0	1	0	1
Oil or ghee for frying	240	0	0	27	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Mix flour and salt
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
2
Add oil
Add oil and mix until crumbly.
3
Knead dough
Gradually add water and knead to form a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Making the Filling

1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine gulkand, grated coconut, chopped almonds, chopped cashews, and cardamom powder.
2
Form filling
Mix well to form a cohesive filling.
3
Portion filling
Divide into four equal portions.

How to Make Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Roll and Fill
Divide the dough into equal portions, roll each into a small disc shape, place a portion of filling in the center, and seal.
2
Flatten with Care
Gently roll it into a larger disc, ensuring the filling does not escape.
3
Pan-fry
Heat a skillet, add oil or ghee, and cook each paratha until golden brown on both sides.