Millets Flatbread
Flatbreads are one of the staple foods, which are quickest and easy to make. Here is a twist to make it more healthier. This creative Millets Flatbread is good to serve hot with a sweet and tangy chutney on the side. The vibrant color and taste attract all and definitely no one can pass this fancy meal without a bite. Stay tuned to know how to prepare it!
Why is it healthy?
- Jowar is a complex carbohydrate that digests slowly leading to stable blood sugar levels, making it a great choice for maintaining diabetes.
- Jowar has a high fiber content that ensures higher satiety levels. It contains B vitamins, which help the body build new tissues and cells.
- Bajra is rich in antioxidants that help in protecting the body against oxidative stress.
- The high phosphorus content of bajra helps in maintaining bone and teeth health.
- Garlic is the edible bulb from a plant in the lily family. It has a soft, sweet buttery flavor. It helps prevent and reduce the severity of illnesses like the flu and common cold.
- Sesame seeds are beneficial in reducing cholesterol levels and Improving lipid profile.
Who is it for?
This delicious recipe will keep you full, healthy and energized. Its nutrient-rich profile makes it an excellent addition to the diets of people with diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure, lowering risk of heart attacks and strokes. It is also a wholesome and nourishing recipe that you can enjoy any time! So why not have some?
The picture shown is only indicative of how the recipe would turn out after cooking as it is subjective to the individual style of cooking & hand.
⌛ Preparation Time: 20–25 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 1
🥗 Ingredients:
- Jowar (white millet) flour- 1/2 cup
- Bajra (black millet) flour- 1/2 cup
- Garlic (lehsun) paste- 1/2 teaspoon
- Green chilli paste- 1/4 teaspoon
- Sesame seeds (til)- 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt- as per taste
- Oil- 1 teaspoon (optional)
✋ Method
- First, combine all the ingredients (except oil) in a deep bowl and knead into a soft dough using warm water as required.
- Divide the dough into equal portions.
- Roll out each portion into a flat circle/ flatbread using a little jowar flour for rolling.
- Meanwhile, heat a non-stick tava (griddle), place the roti/flatbread over it and cook it for a few seconds. Turn over the roti/flatbread and cook the other side for a few more seconds.
- Lift the roti/flatbread with a pair of flat tongs and roast over an open flame till brown spots appear on both sides. Place it on a dish and smear some oil over it (optional). Serve hot.
- Millets Flatbread is ready. Enjoy with a side of baingan bharta/gravy or any other vegetable! ;)
