Cheese Lachha Paratha Recipe

If you love flaky Indian flatbreads and can’t resist gooey cheese, Cheese Lachha Paratha is the perfect indulgence. This recipe transforms the classic North Indian layered paratha into a delicious cheesy treat that’s crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor.

Cheese Lachha Paratha Recipe

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📝 Ingredients for Dough:

1. Plain flour – 150 gm
2. Corn meal – 50 gm
3. Salt – 1/2 tsp
4. Sugar – 1 tsp
5. Oil – 1 tbsp
6. Warm water (as needed to knead a soft dough)

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For Filling:

1. Shredded mozzarella cheese (or any melty cheese)
2. Ghee – as required

For Cooking Cheese Lacha Paratha:

1. Ghee – for roasting

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👩‍🍳 How to Make Cheese Lachha Paratha

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

• In a mixing bowl, add plain flour, corn meal, salt, sugar and oil. Mix well.
• Gradually add water and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
• Cover and rest for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Rolling & Layering

• Divide dough into equal-sized balls. Give rest for 10 minutes.
• Roll one ball into a thin circle.
• Apply a light layer of ghee and sprinkle dry flour.
• Fold from both sides, place cheese and fold like an envelop.
• Flatten and roll out again

Step 3: Cook the paratha

• Place the rolled paratha on a heated tawa or skillet.
• Cook both sides with ghee until golden brown and crispy.

Step 4: Serve

• Serve hot with mint chutney or yogurt. Best enjoyed immediately while the cheese is still gooey!

🔥 Tips & Variations

• Use processed cheese for extra stretch.
• Add veggies like finely chopped capsicum or onion for texture.
• Cook on medium flame to ensure even browning and melting cheese.

📸 Serving Suggestion
Pair Cheese Lachha Paratha with a glass of chilled lassi or masala chai for a cozy brunch or dinner.