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Flax seed roti

Flax seed roti

Name: Flax seed roti
Total time: 49 s
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 0.5 cups Atta; 0.25 teaspoons Cumin; 1 teaspoon Salt; 3 tablespoons Flax Seed; 1 tablespoon Ghee; 0.5 cups Oats; 0.5 cups Water

Time15 Min

DifficultyEasy

Serves6

Rotis are something that we eat on almost a daily basis. So we thought why not take these Rotis to the next level and make them as healthy as possible and that’s how we created this Flax Seed Roti recipe. To make sure that you never compromise on health, we will be using Flax seeds in combination with equal quantities of oats and wheat to make these rotis. We start off the recipe by powdering the ... flax seeds and oats separately to make their respective flours and then mix the flax seeds flour, oats flour and wheat flour in the proportions as described in the how to make Flax seed roti video tutorial. Then by pouring a touch of ghee onto the mixture, you need to knead it into a dough. Now, the rest of the procedure is pretty similar to the traditional roti recipe with a few changes. It is important that you don’t over knead the dough as the rotis might then end up with a hard crust and become really dry on the inside. The addition of cumin to the dough gives it a bit of sweetness and bitterness, helping enhance the flavour of the rotis. It is recommended that you let the dough sit for about 10 minutes before you roll them out with a rolling pin as it lets the dough rise a bit. Moreover, you can also sprinkle some flax seeds on top after rolling them to add a touch of crunchiness to the rotis.

Ingredients

Dry Grocery

Atta

0.5 cups

Cumin

0.25 teaspoons

Salt

1 teaspoon

Flax Seed

3 tablespoons

Oats

0.5 cups

Other

Ghee

1 tablespoon

Water

0.5 cups

Directions

Powder 2 tablespoons of flaxseeds. Powder the oats in a blender to form a flour

Place the whole wheat flour, flaxseed powder, oats flour, cumin seeds and salt in a bowl. Mix well

Pour ghee and mix into the dry ingredients well

Once it is crumbly, add water gradually and knead into a slightly firm dough. Do not over knead

Once the dough is formed, cover and allow it to rest for 10 min

Divide into equal parts and roll into balls

On a clean surface, dust some flour and roll into rotis. Sprinkle some flaxseeds on top while rolling into rotis

Cook on a tawa till golden on both sides

Health Benefits of Flax Seed Roti

While whole wheat rotis themselves are quite rich in nutrients, adding flax seeds to the dough enhances the nutrition value of rotis by a big margin. In addition to being an excellent source of protein, flax seeds are also incredibly rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber and a number of Vitamins and minerals. They are a rich source of Vitamin B1 and B6 and also contain Magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and other minerals. The high soluble content in flax seeds is known to help regulate blood sugar and even lower cholesterol levels in the body. It also helps in the process of digestion while the high quality protein in them not only helps in building muscle but also ensures that you stay full longer, helping curb hunger. This can be extremely useful if you are trying to manage your weight.

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We hope you had fun making it! Enjoy the meal.

Flaxseed roti

What Is Flax Seed Roti? A roti made with ground flax seeds mixed with wheat flour is called a flax seed roti. In this particular recipe, we have added flax seeds in equal quantities with wheat flour and oats. So, one also can add other ingredients when making flax seeds roti. However, the main ingredients will remain to be flax seeds and flour.

When included in a daily diet, flax seeds can be quite healthy. A single flax seed roti contains a ton of nutritional value. Its high nutritional value is why many Indian homes make flaxseed chapati once in a while to provide the nutrition that a plain roti made with wheat flour can not.

Another reason flax seed roti is a good food is that it tastes good with a range of food items. If you do not have time or energy to stand in the kitchen for a long time, you can have flax seed roti with a simple chutney. Or, if you want to get the best out of it, you can have it with classic Indian curries like black channa curry, rajma, chicken curry, etc.

Origin of Flax Seed Roti

People do not know the exact origin of flax seed roti. However, it is assumed that the roti might have originated in the place where flax seeds were first cultivated. Around 3000 BC, people from Babylon started cultivating the crop of flax seeds.

Since flax seeds contain a lot of nutrition like Omega 3 fatty acids, the crop gained a lot of popularity. Two variants of the crop were sown by people - brown and golden. Its place of origin might lie in Babylon, but Indians have also been cultivating Flax seeds for centuries.

Tips & Tricks

Here are some tips and tricks that will help you make your flax seed roti tastier: You can change the proportion of flaxseed, wheat flour, and oats according to your taste. If your dough is tight, allow it to rest for around 30 minutes (If it is already soft, letting it rest for 10 minutes is enough.) If the rotis are a little tight, apply ghee when they are hot.

Is Flax Seed Roti Good For Weight Loss?

Flax seeds and some particular dishes made with them are considered to be a good food to lose weight. Since wheat flour and oats do not contain a lot of calories, flaxseed chapati is also suggested by nutritionists to people who want to lose weight. There are many reasons backed by science that make flax seed roti perfect for losing weight. Here are a few of those reasons:

The Protein Content: If you check the nutritional profile of flax seeds, you will find that they contain a lot of protein. Now, it is a well-known fact that protein has the ability to suppress your appetite. After having a meal with flax seeds, you will not feel hungry for long hours. Low Amount of Carb: High on proteins but low on carbs - this is the nutritional profile of flax seeds. Even when you eat them on a regular basis, you will not get high calories in your digestive system. And as we know, a low-calorie diet is the key to losing weight quickly. Dietary Fibre: Apart from proteins, another nutrient that is present in flaxseed roti in high amounts is dietary fibre. The soluble fibre - which is a type of fibre - can slow down the process of food absorption and makes you feel fuller for long hours. And when you don’t binge eat, you take control of the calories going into your body and that helps a lot in losing weight.

What Happens If I Eat Flax Seeds Every Day?

There is no harm in eating flax seeds on a daily basis. In fact, for a long time, the only way people knew how to eat flax seeds was by eating a handful of them daily. But now we know many recipes that include flax seeds like spiced roasted flax seeds and chapati.

The secret to eating flaxseed every day in a healthy way is limiting its amount. If you are eating it raw, you can have about 20 to 30 grams on a daily basis. Since flax seeds roti is not made fully of flax seeds, you can regularly have a meal.

Is Flax Seed Harmful?

Generally, flaxseed is not harmful. You can enjoy flax seed roti, flaxseed brittle and other dishes made with flax seeds without worry. In fact, there are many flax seeds roti benefits. However, there are certain conditions in which it is considered safe to not have flax seeds in any form. These conditions are:

During pregnancy If you are tested allergic to flaxseed oil or raw seeds If you are going to have elective surgery within the next two weeks

Also, if you take flax seeds with very little or no water, they can cause bloating and gas, hence you should always go for flax seeds recipes that make flax seeds boil or roast like roasted flax seeds and amaranth seeds ladoo and others.

Is Flaxseed Flour Good For You?

Yes, flaxseed flour is good for health. There are many scientific studies done on the effects of flax seeds and the results came out that there are many flax seeds roti benefits. Here is how flaxseed flour can prove to be beneficial for you:

Antioxidants: Flax seeds flour contains antioxidants that are known to remove harmful molecules called free radicals from our body. These free radicals can cause cell damage and fatal conditions like cancer. Omega-3 & Fibre: Both omega-3 and fibre are good for our heart health. By having a controlled amount of flax seeds, you can prevent yourself from various types of fatal heart conditions. Lignans & Other Phytoestrogens: A certain group of molecules called phytoestrogens can reduce the risk of chronic conditions such as diabetes to a large extent. Flax seed flour contains lignans and other phytoestrogens in high amounts which means that it can reduce the risk of diabetes.