Bread in the meal today? The children of the house often turn their lips when they hear it. Adults also often avoid bread. Some people have digestive problems, others have a bad taste in the mouth. But do you know, if you know the method, bread can be made in different flavors! In different states of India, different ingredients are used instead of common wheat flour to make bread. It is not only that which will cut the displeasure of the face. Nutrition will also be abundant.
Sorghum bread
Contains calcium and potassium. Aids in digestion due to high fiber content. Also good for heart health. Blood sugar is under control. Helps in shedding fat. In the mouth, this bread has a slight graininess. Delicious with eggplant bharta or tarka dal.
Millet bread
Contains iron and magnesium. Keeps the body warm from the inside in winter. This bread can be consumed if one is iron deficient. The bread layer is a bit thick. Rajasthani eat this bread with garlic chutney, mustard greens.
Ragi bread
It contains calcium and iron, strengthens the bones, increases the level of hemoglobin in the body. It has a low glycemic index, making it very useful for diabetics. Gives the body much more energy than ordinary flour bread. If not made properly, it can feel dry on the mouth. In Karnataka this bread is eaten with sambar, coconut chutney etc.
Corn flour bread
This flour is not available except at certain times of the year. It has ‘Vitamin A’ which increases performance. Digestion is facilitated. The taste is slightly sweet. Aalur curry, raita, pickles — anything can be chosen as accompaniment.
Rice flour bread
There is no gluten, so even the elderly can easily digest it. This white, light bread can be eaten with spicy chicken broth.
Oatmeal bread
Oats are also great for heart health, keeping cholesterol in check. As the taste is not discernible, any curries like paneer bhujia, egg curry can be kept with it.
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