Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Amaranth flour | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Neutral |
 Whole-wheat flour | 120 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Dried oregano | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 340 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the amaranth flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, dried oregano.
- 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)
Amaranth Herb 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 Amaranth Herb Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (99g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 220 kcal | 218 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 7.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 35.9 g | 35.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 4.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 6.0 g |
| Calcium | 72.9 mg | 72.2 mg |
| Iron | 3.59 mg | 3.55 mg |
| Magnesium | 116.2 mg | 115.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 265.6 mg | 263.0 mg |
| Potassium | 252 mg | 250 mg |
| Sodium | 248 mg | 246 mg |
| Zinc | 1.50 mg | 1.48 mg |
| Copper | 0.27 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Manganese | 1.90 mg | 1.88 mg |
| Selenium | 16.5 µg | 16.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.3 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 2.55 mg | 2.52 mg |
| Vitamin K | 4.5 µg | 4.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.12 mg | 1.11 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 38.6 µg | 38.2 µg |
| Choline | 31.3 mg | 31.0 mg |
