Tired of kneading dough every morning just to make parathas?
What if I told you… you can make crispy, flavorful masala parathas without kneading or rolling?
Yes — just pour, spread, flip… and eat! 🙌
Introducing the viral and ridiculously easy:
Liquid Dough Masala Paratha
A North Indian-style paratha made from a pourable batter instead of dough.
Perfect for busy mornings, kid’s lunch boxes, or lazy weekend brunches.
And the best part? It tastes just like a traditional masala paratha… maybe even better!
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe is:
- Beginner-friendly — no kneading, no rolling skills needed
- High-fiber & high-protein — thanks to whole wheat and dals
- Fast cooking — ready in under 15 minutes
- Budget-friendly — everyday ingredients
- Customizable — add any vegetables you like
You get crispy edges + soft center + loads of flavor in every bite. 🤌
What Goes Into This No-Knead Paratha?
- Whole Wheat Flour – gives structure and essential fiber
- Turmeric, Cumin & Ajwain – improves digestion and taste
- Onions + Green Chillies + Ginger – the traditional masala paratha trio
- Tomato – keeps the paratha soft while adding tang
- Curry Leaves & Coriander – bright flavors and aroma
- Mustard Seeds, Chana Dal & Urad Dal – crunchy tempering for texture
- Ghee – enhances flavor and keeps paratha crisp
How It’s Made
Start by making a thick, flowing batter — just wheat flour, turmeric, salt, and water.
Meanwhile, prep a quick tempering: mustard seeds popping, dals turning golden, and the aroma of curry leaves hitting your nose. 😍
Add in onions, ginger, green chillies — sauté until slightly soft — then mix in tomatoes and hing so they melt right into the masala.
Once the veggies are cooked, pour everything into the flour batter.
Finish it with fresh coriander — and your pourable paratha base is ready!
Heat the tawa, pour a ladle of batter, spread like a dosa — but slightly thicker.
Drizzle a little ghee… flip… and watch it turn beautifully golden and crispy.
Serve it hot — because that’s when this paratha tastes best!
💡Pro Tip: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking — this helps flavors deepen and texture improve.
What to Serve With Liquid Dough Masala Paratha
- Fresh curd or flavored yogurt
- Mango pickle / lemon pickle
- Coconut chutney
- Mint coriander chutney
- A warm cup of chai ☕
Lunchbox Tip: Pack with a slice of cheese inside — kids love the melty surprise!
Meal Prep & Party Tips
Hosting a quick brunch?
✔ Prepare batter ahead — stays great for up to 6 hours
✔ Make mini versions for snack plates or potlucks
✔ Keep cooked parathas covered in a hot box to avoid drying
Substitutions
| If you don’t have | Swap with |
|---|---|
| Wheat flour | Multigrain flour / Ragi + wheat mix |
| Tomato | Grated carrot or cooked spinach |
| Ghee | Oil / vegan butter |
| Green chillies | Chilli flakes or black pepper |
🌱 Vegan Swap: Replace ghee with any vegetable oil.
How to Store
- Store cooked parathas for 1 day in the fridge
- Keep batter refrigerated for up to 24 hours
How to Reheat
- Tawa: Heat 30–40 seconds each side
- Microwave: 20 seconds, then briefly on tawa for crispness
Other Related Recipes You Might Like:-
- Mixed Vegetable Paratha — hearty flatbread stuffed with spiced mixed vegetables.
- How To Make Perfect Poori — step-by-step guide to soft, puffed pooris — a classic pairing.
- Gobi Paratha — flaky paratha filled with spiced grated cauliflower.
- Kalathappam — soft, spongy Kerala-style rice cake — a sweet-savory companion.
- Chilli Garlic Potato Bites — garlicky, spicy potato bites — great as a snack or side.
- Masoor Dal Curry — tangy, mildly spiced red-lentil gravy — pairs well with parathas.
- Eggless Mug Cake — quick single-serve sweet to finish the meal.
Liquid Dough Masala Paratha
Description
Liquid Dough Masala Paratha is a unique, hassle-free twist on traditional parathas, made using a spiced, pourable batter instead of kneaded dough. Prepared by blending whole wheat flour with water, finely chopped onions, green chilies, coriander leaves, and a mix of warming spices like turmeric, cumin, and ajwain, the batter is poured directly onto a hot tawa. Spread thin and cooked with a touch of oil or ghee, each paratha turns golden and crisp on the edges while staying soft at the center. Quick to make and full of flavor, this easy masala paratha is perfect for a no-fuss breakfast or lunch, served with curd or pickle on the side.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prep Work
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Chop vegetables
Finely chop the onion, tomato, green chilies, and ginger
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Prepare curry and coriander leaves
Wash and chop curry leaves and coriander leaves
Method
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Mix the batter
Combine wheat flour, turmeric powder, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add water to form a thick, flowing batter.
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Temper the spices
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal, and cumin seeds until the mustard seeds splutter. -
Add aromatics
Stir in onions, ginger, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for 2 minutes. -
Add tomatoes and cook
Add chopped tomatoes, salt, and asafoetida powder. Cook until tomatoes soften (about 2 minutes).
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Mix veggies with batter
Add the sautéed veggie mixture to the batter and stir until fully combined. -
Add coriander
Stir in freshly chopped coriander leaves.
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Cook the paratha
Heat a tawa and pour a ladleful of batter. Spread it evenly to a medium thickness on medium flame. -
Add ghee while cooking
Drizzle ghee around the edges and middle.
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Flip and cook both sides
Cook until golden spots appear, then flip and cook the other side. -
Serve hot
Remove from the pan and serve with curd or pickle.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 210kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Cholesterol 5mg2%
- Sodium 190mg8%
- Potassium 150mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 5g10%
- Vitamin A 250 IU
- Vitamin C 4 mg
- Calcium 35 mg
- Iron 1.2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
