In a bowl mix sooji,salt,oil, ajwain and pepper (if using)

Add water bit by bit to knead the sooji to a normal dough consistency.The final dough should be similar to normal chapati dough,it may be a little softer.Set aside the dough for 20-25 minutes covered with a most cloth.

Divide the dough in 4 equal parts, round them well.

Using roller pin roll out round parathas.use wheat flour to avoid the dough to stick.

Heat a nonstick pan and cook the parathas for a minute on each side,drizzle a little. Oil around the parathas to help to them in cooking

Serve with hot achar.