Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Fine cornmeal | 340 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Whole-wheat flour | 80 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds | 32 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 390 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the fine cornmeal, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, sesame seeds.
- Add the water and half the olive oil and knead until the dough is smooth; cover and rest for 20 minutes.
- Divide and shape the dough according to the bread style, keeping the pieces even.
- Brush with the remaining olive oil and bake or griddle until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Wrap briefly in a clean cloth and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international flatbread adaptation)
Sesame Corn Flatbread is a simple freshly cooked bread with measured oil. 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 Corn Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (108g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 219 kcal | 239 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 6.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 36.5 g | 39.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 4.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 7.3 g |
| Calcium | 43.2 mg | 47.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.94 mg | 2.11 mg |
| Magnesium | 75.5 mg | 82.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 137.9 mg | 150.1 mg |
| Potassium | 163 mg | 177 mg |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 260 mg |
| Zinc | 1.39 mg | 1.51 mg |
| Copper | 0.31 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Manganese | 0.65 mg | 0.71 mg |
| Selenium | 13.0 µg | 14.1 µg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 4.3 µg | 4.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.91 mg | 0.99 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.0 µg | 2.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.23 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.04 mg | 2.22 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 15.0 µg | 16.4 µg |
| Choline | 3.8 mg | 4.2 mg |
