Healthiest breakfast for patients having cardiac or other diseases.

Pumpkin paratha is a type of Indian flatbread that is made with a mixture of wheat flour, pumpkin puree, and spices. It is a popular breakfast or snack item in North India, particularly during the fall season when pumpkins are abundant.

The paratha has a soft, flaky texture and a sweet, slightly spicy flavor, with a hint of pumpkin sweetness. The pumpkin puree adds moisture and a subtle nutty flavor to the dough, making the paratha more tender and flavorful.

Indegredients:

Here are 5 different pumpkin paratha recipe ingredients:

1. Simple Pumpkin Paratha:

    - 1 cup pumpkin puree or crushed pumpkin 

    - 2 cups wheat flour

    - 1/2 tsp salt

    - 1/4 tsp cumin seeds

    - Ghee or oil for frying

2. Spiced Pumpkin Paratha:

    - 1 cup pumpkin puree or crushed pumpkin 

    - 2 cups wheat flour

    - 1/2 tsp salt

    - 1/4 tsp cumin seeds

    - 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder

    - 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

    - Ghee or oil for frying

3. Stuffed Pumpkin Paratha:

    - 1 cup pumpkin puree or crushed pumpkin 

    - 2 cups wheat flour

    - 1/2 tsp salt

    - 1/4 tsp cumin seeds

    - Filling: 1/2 cup crumbled paneer, 1/4 cup chopped coriander, 1/4 cup grated ginger

4. Garlic Pumpkin Paratha:

    - 1 cup pumpkin puree or crushed pumpkin 

    - 2 cups wheat flour 

    - 1/2 tsp salt

    - 1/4 tsp cumin seeds

    - 2 cloves garlic, minced

    - Ghee or oil for frying

5. Take spices turmeric, black pepper, Corriander cumin seeds and chilly powder each 1/2 table spoon.

For all recipes, mix pumpkin puree with flour, salt, and spices. Knead dough and roll out parathas. Fry in ghee or oil until golden brown. Serve hot!

Instructions for making it:

1. Take fresh pumpkin remove the outer cover and tough seeds , then  crush it to make pumpkin crushed. Or can use pumpkin puree.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, add cumin seeds and spices pumpkin puree and mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth.

4. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.

5. Divide the dough into 6-8 equal portions.

6. Roll out each portion into a thin circle (6-7 inches diameter or your choice).

7. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.

8. Place a paratha and cook for 1-2 minutes or until bubbles appear.

9. Flip and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.

10. Brush with ghee or oil.

11. Serve hot with your favorite filling or chutney.(can use dahi ka tadka , I'll send it in my next blog).

Important tips can use with instructions:

- I recommend you for use fresh pumpkin and crush it  and use raw crushed pumpkin will wheat flour. It is very healthy and good taste.

- If you use crush pumpkin then strain it with help of fine sieve cloth, and take use pumpkin water for making dough.

-  If you use puree than use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor.

- Adjust the amount of pumpkin puree to achieve the right dough consistency.

- Resting the dough helps the gluten relax, making the paratha more tender.

- Use a rolling pin to achieve an even thickness.

- Cook the paratha over medium heat to prevent burning.

Nutrition values:

 Here is the approximate nutrition value for a pumpkin paratha (assuming 1 medium-sized paratha):

*Simple Pumpkin Paratha*

- Calories: 220-250

- Carbohydrates: 35-40g

- Fiber: 4-5g

- Protein: 4-5g

- Fat: 8-10g

- Sodium: 200-250mg

- Sugar: 5-6g

*Vitamins and Minerals*

- Vitamin A: 10-15% of the Daily Value (DV)

- Vitamin C: 20-25% of the DV

- Calcium: 5-6% of the DV

- Iron: 10-15% of the DV

- Potassium: 15-20% of the DV

- Cumin seeds: adds iron and antioxidants

- Coriander powder: adds vitamin C and potassium

- Garam masala: adds antioxidant.

Please note that the nutrition values may vary depending on the specific ingredients and portion sizes used. Pumpkin parathas can be a nutritious and balanced breakfast or snack option when made with whole wheat flour and minimal oil.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pumpkin paratha!

 

Pumpkin parathas can be served with a variety of fillings or toppings, such as:

- Spiced potatoes

- Peas and onions

- Cauliflower and paneer

- Chutneys or pickles

- Yogurt or raita

They can also be enjoyed on their own with a dollop of ghee or butter.

The aroma of pumpkin parathas is warm and inviting, with a hint of cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg. The flavor profile is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory, making it a delicious and comforting treat.

Pumpkin bread is healthiest breakfast ever. Anyone can use every day. With any diseases you can eat this will help full mainly heart for maintaining cholesterol and for diabetic patients.