Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Fine cornmeal | 260 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Whole-wheat flour | 150 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh rosemary | 5 g | Pungent, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 350 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the fine cornmeal, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, fresh rosemary.
- 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)
Corn Rosemary 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 Corn Rosemary Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (99g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 211 kcal | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 5.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.0 g | 37.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 5.0 g |
| Calcium | 12.2 mg | 12.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.63 mg | 1.62 mg |
| Magnesium | 68.5 mg | 68.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 136.6 mg | 135.6 mg |
| Potassium | 167 mg | 166 mg |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 256 mg |
| Zinc | 1.23 mg | 1.22 mg |
| Copper | 0.19 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Manganese | 0.93 mg | 0.93 mg |
| Selenium | 16.8 µg | 16.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 4.5 µg | 4.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.22 mg | 1.21 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.3 µg | 2.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.22 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.13 mg | 2.11 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28 mg | 0.28 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 15.2 µg | 15.1 µg |
| Choline | 5.9 mg | 5.9 mg |
