Ayurvedic Dravya · Preparation · — kcal / 100g

Plain paratha

Also known as: tawa paratha

Plain paratha is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and neutral potency.

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Plain paratha — Ayurvedic Preparation & USDA Nutrition

Plain paratha — Rasa: Sweet · Virya: Neutral · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Neutral (0) Kapha: Mildly Increases (+1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Neutral
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Heavy, Oily, Smooth
Digestibility & Agni
3/5 · Agni -1
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Plain paratha is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and neutral potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Layered wheat flatbread cooked with ghee or oil on the tawa; ghee-roasted is more sattvic than oil-fried. One or two at midday when agni can handle the richness.

Classical Provenance: North Indian tradition.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • with dal or sabzi
  • a little fresh curd at midday
  • ajwain in the dough aids digestion

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: kapha excess / weight management
  • Contraindication: weak or sluggish agni
  • Contraindication: night meals (heavy)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Plain paratha

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 piece (50g):

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