Gobhi Paratha
Spiced cauliflower, crispy love
Get directions ↗ · 2 min walk from Grand Mercure
Last orders 30 minutes before closing
Dine-in · takeaway · delivery via GrabFood and LINE MAN
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the cauliflower make the bread wet or soggy?
No, the grated cauliflower is prepared to remove excess moisture before stuffing.
What is the prominent flavor profile?
Alongside the earthy cauliflower, you'll taste a distinct, peppery warmth from the fresh ginger and carom seeds.
Is this bread spicy?
The green chilies give it a noticeable medium kick, which pairs exceptionally well with cool yogurt.
Is there garlic in the filling?
Our traditional recipe focuses primarily on ginger and green chili, but minimal garlic might be used in the spice blend.
Can I freeze this for later?
While best eaten fresh, stuffed parathas can be refrigerated and reheated on a hot pan.
About Gobhi Paratha
Gobhi paratha is a stuffed whole-wheat bread filled with cauliflower, and a Punjabi winter staple. The atta dough is packed with grated cauliflower seasoned with ginger, green chilli, ajwain (carom seeds) and salt; the spices are ground fresh in our kitchen. Cauliflower holds a lot of water, so it is squeezed dry before stuffing, which keeps it from releasing moisture into the dough and lets the paratha be rolled out flat without going soggy or tearing. At BHARAT each one is rolled and cooked to order on the tawa griddle, where ghee or butter is worked into both sides; oil is available on request, and as a vegetarian bread it is prepared without pork in a halal-friendly kitchen. What sets it apart from the aloo or paneer versions is that earthy cauliflower filling, lifted by a distinct peppery note from the fresh ginger and carom seeds rather than the softer taste of potato or the creaminess of cheese. The green chilli gives it a noticeable medium warmth, which is why it sits so well against something cool. It is best with a bowl of plain curd and a little pickle, though it is filling enough to stand on its own. Our kitchen is led by a chef from Uttarakhand.
Two minutes from Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium and Lancaster Hotel; free parking at the Bangchak gas station right next door. Visit BHARAT →
See also: the Breads menu · how our tandoor breads are made · tandoori dishes to pair with bread · North Indian food in Bangkok.