Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Buckwheat flour | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Whole-wheat flour | 110 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh thyme | 5 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 330 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the buckwheat flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, fresh thyme.
- 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)
Buckwheat Thyme 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 Buckwheat Thyme Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (96g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 209 kcal | 203 kcal |
| Protein | 7.0 g | 6.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.1 g | 36.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 5.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.06 g | 0.06 g |
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 4.6 g |
| Calcium | 15.9 mg | 15.4 mg |
| Iron | 1.50 mg | 1.45 mg |
| Magnesium | 110.5 mg | 106.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 185.9 mg | 179.9 mg |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 226 mg |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 245 mg |
| Zinc | 1.32 mg | 1.27 mg |
| Copper | 0.49 mg | 0.48 mg |
| Manganese | 1.09 mg | 1.06 mg |
| Selenium | 12.0 µg | 11.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.5 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.93 mg | 0.90 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.1 µg | 2.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.11 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.19 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 3.44 mg | 3.33 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 18.2 µg | 17.6 µg |
| Choline | 4.4 mg | 4.3 mg |
