Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 340 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Carrot, finely grated | 180 g | Sweet, Bitter · Heating |
 Additional cumin seeds | 2 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 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 carrot, additional cumin 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)
Carrot Cumin 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 Carrot Cumin Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (202g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 176 kcal | 355 kcal |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 11.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 32.6 g | 65.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 10.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | 2.5 g |
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 7.4 g |
| Calcium | 28.9 mg | 58.4 mg |
| Iron | 1.77 mg | 3.57 mg |
| Magnesium | 62.5 mg | 126.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 160.5 mg | 324.2 mg |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 469 mg |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 424 mg |
| Zinc | 1.17 mg | 2.37 mg |
| Copper | 0.19 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Manganese | 1.76 mg | 3.55 mg |
| Selenium | 26.0 µg | 52.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 207.0 µg | 418.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.57 mg | 3.17 mg |
| Vitamin K | 4.1 µg | 8.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.23 mg | 0.46 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.08 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.32 mg | 4.69 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.20 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 22.8 µg | 46.0 µg |
| Choline | 15.7 mg | 31.7 mg |
