Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole-wheat flour | 350 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds | 38 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Coriander seeds | 3 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · 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 sesame seeds, coriander 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)
Sesame Whole-Wheat 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 Sesame Whole-Wheat Paratha
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (169g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 236 kcal | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 13.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.9 g | 65.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 11.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 12.1 g |
| Calcium | 81.4 mg | 137.7 mg |
| Iron | 2.77 mg | 4.70 mg |
| Magnesium | 93.5 mg | 158.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 223.2 mg | 377.7 mg |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 379 mg |
| Sodium | 233 mg | 394 mg |
| Zinc | 1.82 mg | 3.08 mg |
| Copper | 0.45 mg | 0.76 mg |
| Manganese | 2.26 mg | 3.82 mg |
| Selenium | 34.0 µg | 57.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 24.8 µg | 42.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.74 mg | 2.95 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.4 µg | 2.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.31 mg | 0.52 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.83 mg | 4.79 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg | 0.43 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 28.2 µg | 47.7 µg |
| Choline | 18.2 mg | 30.8 mg |
