Protein-rich foods are essential for a healthy diet, but vegetarian children often shy away from consuming foods like lentils, chickpeas, and moong. An easy solution to include protein in their daily diet is to make paneer roti. It’s not only loved by kids but also adults, ensuring a balanced protein intake daily without hassle. Here’s a simple recipe to prepare protein-rich paneer roti.
Ingredients for Paneer Roti:
- 1 cup wheat flour
- 100 grams paneer
- 1 teaspoon ghee or oil
Method to Make Paneer Roti:
- Prepare Paneer: Make fresh paneer at home, which is free from adulteration. This way, you can confidently feed it to your children daily without any worries.
- Crush the Paneer: First, crush the paneer.
- Mix Paneer with Wheat Flour: Add the crushed paneer into the wheat flour and mix well using your hands.
- No Additional Water Needed: The paneer already contains moisture, so do not add extra water.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough using only the paneer. If needed, you can add one or two teaspoons of water.
- Flavor Enhancement: For added flavor, you can mix in salt, chopped fresh coriander, and crushed red chili into the dough.
- Prepare the Roti: Before rolling out the roti, lightly grease the rolling surface with oil to prevent it from breaking. Roll out the roti gently and cook it on a pan.
- Serve: Your protein-rich, soft paneer roti is ready to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.
This easy recipe ensures that children get a good source of protein in their diet daily, without any fuss.