Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Finger millet flour | 310 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Whole-wheat flour | 100 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Sesame seeds | 32 g | Sweet, 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 finger millet flour, rock salt, and whole-wheat flour, sesame 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)
Ragi Sesame 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 Ragi Sesame Flatbread
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (102g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 211 kcal | 216 kcal |
| Protein | 5.0 g | 5.1 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 34.9 g | 35.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 6.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 6.0 g |
| Calcium | 181.0 mg | 185.8 mg |
| Iron | 2.77 mg | 2.84 mg |
| Magnesium | 85.9 mg | 88.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 147.3 mg | 151.2 mg |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 236 mg |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 247 mg |
| Zinc | 1.58 mg | 1.62 mg |
| Copper | 0.47 mg | 0.48 mg |
| Manganese | 1.80 mg | 1.84 mg |
| Selenium | 14.6 µg | 15.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.6 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.90 mg | 0.93 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3.1 µg | 3.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.23 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.09 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.29 mg | 1.32 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.10 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 9.1 µg | 9.4 µg |
| Choline | 4.8 mg | 4.9 mg |
