Sattu Paratha is a flaky, stuffed Indian flatbread that's pan-fried to golden perfection with butter or ghee. This hearty vegetarian bread is a satisfying family breakfast or dinner accompaniment.
Combine whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Gradually add water, kneading until you have a soft, elastic dough. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
Prepare the stuffing by mixing sattu, chopped onion, green chili, cilantro, salt, black pepper, cumin seeds, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. The mixture should be crumbly but moist enough to hold together.
Divide the rested dough into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into a 4-inch disc, then place 2–3 tbsp stuffing in the center. Gather the edges, pinch to seal, and flatten gently.
Dust with flour and roll each stuffed ball into a 6-inch paratha, applying gentle, even pressure to avoid tearing. Aim for uniform thickness for even cooking.
Heat a skillet on medium-high. Place one paratha, cook 40 seconds, flip, and brush with ghee or butter. Continue cooking, flipping every 30 seconds, until both sides are golden and flaky. Repeat with remaining parathas. Serve hot.