Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Chipita of the old texts — rice pressed light: quick to soften, quick to digest, the breakfast grain of half of India.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Rinsed until just soft, never soggy; tempered with mustard, turmeric and curry leaves.
Classical Provenance: chipita tradition; regional breakfast practice.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- kanda poha with peanuts and lemon
- aval with curd and jaggery (traditional pairing)
- sweet aval with coconut
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: dry roasted form in excess for vata (rinse or soak first)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Flattened rice
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/4 cup dry (45g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/4 cup dry) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 354 kcal | 159 kcal |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 3.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 76.8 g | 34.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.2 g |
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Calcium | 9.2 mg | 4.1 mg |
| Iron | 4.46 mg | 2.01 mg |
| Magnesium | 77.9 mg | 35.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 195.0 mg | 87.8 mg |
| Potassium | 148 mg | 67 mg |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 1 mg |
| Zinc | 1.49 mg | 0.67 mg |
| Copper | 0.26 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.89 mg | 0.40 mg |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.05 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.0 µg | 0.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.60 mg | 0.72 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 0.01 mg |
