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Bun Parotta is a local favourite in Tamil Nadu, known for its soft, fluffy centre and crispy outer layers. You can easily make this popular dish at home with this simple recipe

Easy recipe to make Tamil Nadu’s favourite Bun Parotta at home. (Local18)

In Tamil Nadu, especially in Madurai, parotta is more than just food — it’s an emotion. This flaky, layered flatbread is a street food staple and comes in many mouth-watering varieties like Veechu Parotta, Mutta Parotta, Chilli Parotta, Kothu Parotta, Paneer Parotta, Settu Parotta, and the soft and crispy Bun Parotta.

Almost every local eatery in Madurai proudly displays a big dosa and a stack of parottas at the entrance — an irresistible sight for any food lover.

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Among these, Bun Parotta is a local favourite for its soft, fluffy centre and crispy outer layers. While it’s a common sight in Madurai’s bustling streets, you can easily recreate this popular dish at home with a few simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • Maida (refined flour): 500 grams (approx. 4 cups)
  • Egg: 1
  • Milk: 2 tablespoons
  • Water: 1 cup
  • Salt: 1½ teaspoons
  • Sugar: 2 teaspoons
  • Oil: as required

Recipe

Prepare The Dough

  • In a bowl, beat the egg and mix in milk, water, salt, and sugar. In a wide mixing bowl, add maida and pour in the egg mixture.
  • Knead the dough thoroughly, just like how chef do it in hotels, stretch and fold it well on a flat surface.
  • Sprinkle 3 teaspoons of maida on the kneaded dough and knead again.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil, cover the dough with a cloth, and let it rest for 2 hours.

Shape The Dough

After resting, roll the dough into small balls. Place them in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of oil and drizzle a little oil on top. Let it soak again for 30 minutes.

Form The Bun Parottas

Once well-soaked, apply oil to your hands and roll each dough ball thinly. Fold and shape them into a round bun shape, then gently flatten.

Cook The Parottas

Heat a dosa tawa or flat pan. Place the shaped dough on the tawa, drizzle some oil, and cook on both sides until golden and crispy.

And with this, Your Madurai-style Bun Parotta is ready to serve. Enjoy it hot with salna (gravy) or chutney for an authentic Tamil Nadu experience right at home.

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