Craving kathi roll and shawarma wraps? Make it at home

By the FeedMeNot team. Updated 3 November 2026.

Why you crave it

A kathi roll is a hot, flaky wrap holding a spiced filling and a tangy onion crunch. It is the ultimate hand-held late night food. Frozen parathas or rotis make the wrap quick.

Before you order: take the 20 minute pause

A craving usually peaks and fades. Start the craving timer and rate the urge. If it is still strong after twenty minutes, this recipe is a better answer than a delivery order, and you will have a hot meal ready in about the same time.

Ingredients

• 2 rotis or frozen parathas
• 2 eggs beaten with salt, pepper and a pinch of chilli, or 150 g paneer cubes tossed with 1/2 tsp chaat masala and 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• 1 onion, thinly sliced and soaked in lemon juice and salt
• 2 tbsp green chutney (coriander and mint), 1 tsp ketchup
• 2 tsp oil, 1 green chilli

Method

1. For the egg roll, pour half the beaten egg on a hot oiled tawa, place the roti on top and press. Flip when set.
2. For the paneer roll, sear the spiced paneer cubes in oil for 3 minutes until browned.
3. Spread green chutney and a little ketchup on the roti.
4. Add the egg or paneer, the onion and chilli.
5. Roll tightly, wrap the bottom in foil or paper and toast for a minute.

What this costs compared with delivery

The home cost above is a rough range for the ingredients, based on typical retail prices. Delivery apps add fees, taxes and often a tip on top of the dish price. To see what your own habit costs over a year, use the food delivery cost calculator, or compare one meal in the delivery vs home cooking calculator.

Common questions

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