Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 340 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Amaranth leaves, finely chopped | 170 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Ajwain seeds | 2 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
 Ghee | 20 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 260 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the whole-wheat flour, ajwain, rock salt, and finely chopped amaranth leaves.
- Add the water gradually and knead a soft dough; cover and rest for 15 minutes.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll or pat each one evenly.
- Cook on a hot griddle, turning until both faces are set and dotted with brown spots.
- Brush lightly with the ghee and serve while flexible and warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (contemporary Indian tiffin flatbread tradition)
Amaranth Leaf Paratha is a freshly griddled bread with a modest amount of finishing fat. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Amaranth Leaf Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (199g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 173 kcal | 344 kcal |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 31.7 g | 63.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 9.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 7.4 g |
| Calcium | 65.5 mg | 130.3 mg |
| Iron | 2.05 mg | 4.09 mg |
| Magnesium | 71.5 mg | 142.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 164.4 mg | 327.2 mg |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 576 mg |
| Sodium | 201 mg | 401 mg |
| Zinc | 1.32 mg | 2.62 mg |
| Copper | 0.21 mg | 0.43 mg |
| Manganese | 1.93 mg | 3.84 mg |
| Selenium | 26.6 µg | 52.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 9.3 mg | 18.5 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 52.3 µg | 104.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.43 mg | 2.84 mg |
| Vitamin K | 244.6 µg | 486.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.22 mg | 0.44 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.11 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.26 mg | 4.50 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 0.43 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 36.9 µg | 73.5 µg |
| Choline | 13.9 mg | 27.6 mg |
