Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Barley flour | 300 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Whole-wheat flour | 120 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh thyme | 5 g | Pungent · 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 barley 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)
Barley 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 Barley Thyme Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (99g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 212 kcal | 211 kcal |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 6.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.8 g | 38.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 8.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 4.2 g |
| Calcium | 21.6 mg | 21.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.03 mg | 2.02 mg |
| Magnesium | 72.4 mg | 71.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 154.4 mg | 153.2 mg |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 228 mg |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 249 mg |
| Zinc | 1.46 mg | 1.44 mg |
| Copper | 0.26 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Manganese | 1.36 mg | 1.35 mg |
| Selenium | 23.6 µg | 23.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.9 µg | 1.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.16 mg | 1.15 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.9 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.32 mg | 0.32 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.14 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.50 mg | 2.48 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 14.1 µg | 14.0 µg |
| Choline | 4.7 mg | 4.7 mg |
