Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Fine cornmeal | 300 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Whole-wheat flour | 120 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Fresh cilantro | 24 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 24 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 360 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Combine the fine cornmeal, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, fresh cilantro.
- 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 Cilantro Side Bread 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 Cilantro Side Bread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (104g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 207 kcal | 215 kcal |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 5.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 37.2 g | 38.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 4.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Fat | 5.0 g | 5.2 g |
| Calcium | 10.8 mg | 11.3 mg |
| Iron | 1.56 mg | 1.63 mg |
| Magnesium | 66.7 mg | 69.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 128.4 mg | 133.7 mg |
| Potassium | 171 mg | 178 mg |
| Sodium | 249 mg | 259 mg |
| Zinc | 1.19 mg | 1.24 mg |
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Manganese | 0.77 mg | 0.80 mg |
| Selenium | 14.5 µg | 15.1 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.8 mg | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 13.7 µg | 14.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.15 mg | 1.19 mg |
| Vitamin K | 11.0 µg | 11.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.21 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.10 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.05 mg | 2.14 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 15.0 µg | 15.6 µg |
| Choline | 4.9 mg | 5.1 mg |
