Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 350 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh dill, chopped | 30 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Sesame seeds | 22 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · 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 chopped fresh dill, sesame 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)
Dill Seeded 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 Dill Seeded Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (172g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 220 kcal | 378 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 12.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 37.8 g | 65.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 10.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 10.1 g |
| Calcium | 63.4 mg | 109.0 mg |
| Iron | 2.61 mg | 4.49 mg |
| Magnesium | 84.8 mg | 145.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 206.1 mg | 354.4 mg |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 406 mg |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 398 mg |
| Zinc | 1.63 mg | 2.80 mg |
| Copper | 0.35 mg | 0.60 mg |
| Manganese | 2.21 mg | 3.80 mg |
| Selenium | 32.5 µg | 56.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.7 mg | 6.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 41.2 µg | 71.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.71 mg | 2.94 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.4 µg | 2.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.28 mg | 0.49 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.11 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.74 mg | 4.71 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24 mg | 0.42 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 32.0 µg | 55.1 µg |
| Choline | 17.3 mg | 29.8 mg |
