Indian Cornbread
Elevate your bread basket with this flavorful Indian Cornbread, a fusion twist on a classic comfort food! Infused with warm spices like turmeric, cumin, and a hint of red chili, this cornbread is a savory delight that perfectly complements its golden crumb. Fresh cilantro and optional green chilies add a burst of aromatic freshness, making it a standout choice for any table. Made with a mix of fine-ground cornmeal and buttermilk for that perfect balance of tender and crumbly texture, it's baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve this Indian Cornbread alongside hearty soups, spicy curries, or enjoy it by itself for a flavorful snack. Easy to prep and irresistibly unique, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal (fine-ground)
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 1 Egg
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Green chilies (finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, turmeric, ground cumin, and red chili powder (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cornbread dense.
Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and green chilies (if using) to add a burst of flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before cutting it into squares or wedges.
Serve warm as a side dish with soups, curries, or enjoy it on its own with a dollop of butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 2159 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.0 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 679 mg | 14% | |
*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.
