Heart-Healthy Rice Bhakari
Wholesome and nourishing, Heart-Healthy Rice Bhakari is a gluten-free flatbread perfect for those looking to incorporate healthy grains into their diet. Made with rice flour and boosted with the heart-friendly goodness of flaxseed powder, this recipe is a lighter, fiber-rich twist on traditional rice bhakari. A splash of olive oil keeps the dough soft and pliable, while the use of hot water creates a smooth, easy-to-roll dough with no need for extensive kneading. Minimal ingredients and effort make this recipe approachable, while its rustic taste pairs beautifully with low-fat yogurt, lentil curry, or vegetable stir-fries. Ideal for health-conscious cooks and suitable for a wide variety of dietary needs, these tender flatbreads are a nutritious addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flour
- 1 tablespoon Flaxseed powder
- 1.5 cups Hot water
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour and flaxseed powder. Stir well to ensure both are evenly distributed.
Gradually add the hot water into the flour mixture. Using a spoon or spatula, begin mixing the ingredients together until they start to form a dough.
Add the olive oil and salt to the dough. You may omit the salt for a lower sodium option. Mix until the dough becomes smooth and pliable.
Divide the dough into equal-sized portions, forming small balls of about 2 inches in diameter. Cover them with a damp cloth to prevent drying out.
Take one dough ball and gently flatten it on a clean surface. Using your hands, press it evenly into a circle about 6 inches in diameter. Use a little rice flour if the dough sticks.
Heat a non-stick skillet or a tava on medium heat. Carefully place the flattened bhakari onto the hot skillet.
Cook on one side until it begins to show light brown spots (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook the other side.
Once both sides of the bhakari are cooked, remove it from the skillet and keep it warm by wrapping in a towel. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
Serve the heart-healthy rice bhakari warm with your choice of low-fat yogurt or any curry of your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.3 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
