Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve

Name: Floral Indian Gulkand Paratha with Rose Petal Preserve
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
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

Sweet and fragrant stuffed flatbreads

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

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups whole wheat flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon oil

3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)

For the Gulkand Filling

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

For Cooking the Paratha

Oil or ghee for frying

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Mix flour and salt

In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.

Add oil

Add oil and mix until crumbly.

Knead dough

Gradually add water and knead to form a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Making the Filling

Combine ingredients

In a bowl, combine gulkand, grated coconut, chopped almonds, chopped cashews, and cardamom powder.

Form filling

Mix well to form a cohesive filling.

Portion filling

Divide into four equal portions.

Cooking Process

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.

Flatten with Care

Gently roll it into a larger disc, ensuring the filling does not escape.

Pan-fry

Heat a skillet, add oil or ghee, and cook each paratha until golden brown on both sides.

Plating & Serving