"I make paneer parathas...but...it has..." Janhvi Kapoor's high-protein paratha recipe is a must-try

Actress Janhvi Kapoor is a true foodie, who often talks about her love for desi Indian food. From Pesarattu Dosa and Palkova to Hyderabadi biryani, she loves all things Indian. In an interview with The Great Indian Kapil Show, the actresss detailed her love for paneer paratha and how she makes it healthier. Scroll down to read the details.

What makes Janhvi Kapoor's paneer paratha so different

She said, “I make paneer parathas but follow a healthy recipe. It has keto flour, as in, we take almond or flaxseed flour, then cook the paneer and add it to the flour mixture, and roll the resulting dough into the shape of a flat paratha. Add lots of ghee to it and chop tiny bits of chilies and you are done."

Ingredients

For keto dough: 30 grams keto flour (almond/flaxseed), 30 grams whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt as per taste

For paneer stuffing: 30 grams paneer, 1 green chilli, few mint leaves (pudina), ¼ teaspoon cumin powder, salt as per taste, and 1.5 teaspoon of olive oil

Method

To begin with, knead the dough by mixing keto flour and wheat flour along salt and water. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes. In the meantime, mash paneer and chop herbs. Combine them with salt and pepper and make a spicy stuffing. Divide the dough into small balls and add 1 tbsp of the stuffing in each ball. Seal and roll out parathas. Cook the parathas on a preheated tawa using a little oil from both sides. Serve hot with curd and pickle.

Benefits of almond flour

It is one of the healthiest alternatives to refined flour and is made with finely ground almonds. It is naturally gluten-free and rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, fiber, vitamin E, and magnesium. The high protein and fiber content can help promote satiety, making it a popular choice. Also, it has a lower carbohydrate content than many traditional flours, which may support better blood sugar control when used as part of a balanced diet.

Benefits of flax seeds

A 2 tbsp serving of flax seeds offers around 5-6 g of protein. They are rich in amino acids that aid in muscle recovery and tissue repair, especially when combined with other protein foods. The protein in these seeds works together with their high fiber content to promote fullness and aid digestion, plus it helps with weight loss. The protein content of these seeds is also linked to improved cholesterol levels and heart health, partly due to their omega-3 fatty acids and lignans.