Bathua magic: Try these 5 Winter-special recipes

Written by: Deepa Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 9 December 2025

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Bathua Paratha

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Bathua Raita

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Bathua Saag

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Bathua Dal

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Bathua Thepla

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Final Thought

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