Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Chickpea flour | 280 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Whole-wheat flour | 130 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 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 chickpea flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, cumin 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)
Chickpea Cumin 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 Chickpea Cumin Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (97g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 224 kcal | 219 kcal |
| Protein | 10.3 g | 10.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 32.8 g | 32.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 5.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | 3.9 g |
| Total Fat | 6.0 g | 5.8 g |
| Calcium | 26.8 mg | 26.2 mg |
| Iron | 2.61 mg | 2.55 mg |
| Magnesium | 84.1 mg | 82.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 175.1 mg | 171.2 mg |
| Potassium | 370 mg | 362 mg |
| Sodium | 274 mg | 267 mg |
| Zinc | 1.46 mg | 1.43 mg |
| Copper | 0.40 mg | 0.39 mg |
| Manganese | 1.26 mg | 1.23 mg |
| Selenium | 13.3 µg | 13.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.03 mg | 0.03 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.31 mg | 1.28 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.4 µg | 5.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.26 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.47 mg | 1.44 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 163.8 µg | 160.1 µg |
| Choline | 5.3 mg | 5.2 mg |
