Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 340 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Beetroot, finely grated | 170 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fennel seeds | 3 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · 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 grated beetroot, fennel seeds.
- 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)
Beetroot Fennel 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 Beetroot Fennel Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (199g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 178 kcal | 355 kcal |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 33.0 g | 65.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 10.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 7.4 g |
| Calcium | 27.4 mg | 54.7 mg |
| Iron | 1.79 mg | 3.58 mg |
| Magnesium | 65.9 mg | 131.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 163.5 mg | 326.6 mg |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 467 mg |
| Sodium | 213 mg | 426 mg |
| Zinc | 1.21 mg | 2.42 mg |
| Copper | 0.20 mg | 0.40 mg |
| Manganese | 1.83 mg | 3.66 mg |
| Selenium | 26.4 µg | 52.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | 2.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 21.5 µg | 42.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.43 mg | 2.86 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.2 µg | 2.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.22 mg | 0.44 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.08 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.21 mg | 4.41 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 41.9 µg | 83.7 µg |
| Choline | 15.1 mg | 30.2 mg |
